My cat with heart condition isn't drinking. Should I get a fountain?

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My poor Kitty started on a new Heart med called amlodipine 2.5 mg (1/2 tab) I don’t think he’s lathagic but he sure isn’t drinking much water. He was just diagnosed with Moderate cardiac myopathy. He had a drink well drinking fountain but I was tired replacing them..had it for years. Am I stuck supplying fountains? Or is something wrong? He appears to be fine but cats are so good at covering up what’s going on. His name is Olie he’s a Four and a half and a MainCoon. Thank Yo. Pet's info: Cat | Maine Coon | Male | neutered | 4 years and 5 months old | 18.5 lbs

Claudia Fioravanti · Accepted Answer

I think it is important that Olie continues to drink well while on heart medications. It’s true that cats get their moisture mostly from wet food, however cats on heart meds might need more water to mantain the right level of hydration so I would say yes to the water water fountain again ! I know it can be a pain the maintenance but I think it is well worthy ! Hope he continues to do well..!

My cat with heart condition isn't drinking. Should I get a fountain?

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