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Some cats like water, but mostly cats dislike it: this is because the cats from which domestic cats evolved were originally desert animals and were not familiar with swimming, etc.
Not all cats hate water. In fact, some cats love water.
Notes that cat species native to hot areas seem to enjoy water, whereas cat species from cold areas aren't so fond of the wet stuff. Tigers, lions, jaguars, ocelots, and jaguarundi are all from hot savannas, and they enjoy taking dips in cool, refreshing streams and ponds whenever they get the chance.
Snow leopards, lynx, bobcats, and cougars live in cold environments and have little interest in getting wet. One veterinary professor suggests that water damages the ability of a cat's fur to insulate the animal against cold. This would explain why cold-weather cats don't like water -- it only makes them colder. But hot-weather cats don't have this problem.
Many domestic cats don't seem to enjoy water sports. Of course, they may not experience the extreme heat of the African plains, so they have no great impulse to take a dip. Also, no cats enjoy water used against them in an antagonistic manner or getting water in their eyes or ears. Being sprayed or squirted with water isn't fun, nor is being forced into a bath. Cats much prefer to meet new situations on their own terms.
Some housecats enjoy stepping into a shower or playing with a dripping faucet. The tolerance for water varies from cat to cat and may depend on the cat's previous experience. When people regularly enter their cats in cat shows, the cats must be bathed frequently, and those cats do get accustomed to the procedure. Show cats are often raised for the profession and get used to baths as kittens.
Cats are natural swimmers, and in the wild, a cat will swim to cross a stream or lake. Some Asian cat varieties enjoy fishing and regularly dive into water to catch a tasty meal.
The Turkish Van is a breed of domestic cat that loves the water. This cat is found near Lake Van in Turkey and has been a household pet in the area for centuries. Vans will even swim into the harbor to greet fishing boats!
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∙ 15y agothat is the first sign of animal depression, you should take it to the vet as soon as possible, if not your cat could do itself harm, or even people or pets around, so consult your local vet immediatly, i had this happen to my cat, but i was to late, don't let this happen to you.
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∙ 16y ago== == Since cats don't have much fat, they are not natural swimmers. They can do it, but would rather stand in the water to fish.
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∙ 12y agomost pet cats hate getting wet, but there are some which dont and have different personalities.
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∙ 13y agocats sometimes drink water but a mother will drink milk so it will help get the milk for its babies, most cats drink milk, it depends on the cat
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∙ 11y agobf BBB dog
My Answer: Some cats have more sensitivity in their paws....or some just don't like being touched :)
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∙ 9y agoMost cats don't like water, they don't need baths either, they can wash themselves.
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∙ 11y agothey like to get there paws wet
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Why do gorrilas like cats?
Gorillas dont like cats
Is it true that cats don't like bunnies?
I think the majority of cats dont like bunnies but my friends kitten and rabbit sleep together...
Do bengal cats like baths?
Not really, they wash themselves. A skin condition diagnosed by a vet might indicate a need for a bath.
Do cats like dogs?
cats do like dogs sometimes. cats dont like random dogs they meet on the street because they are strangers. but if a cat grew up with a dog and has known them their whole life they sare like best pals.
Is it ok to bathe your cats?
It is perfectly okay to bathe your cats. The only problem is, cats hate water, the cat will not like the bath, and whatever you do, don't put water on your cat's head/face. Also do not submerge your cat in water.
Do cats like to have a bath?
Not usually. Some cats do, but most do not.
How can you make your guinea pig feel comftorable in water?
Guinea pigs dont need a bath because they clean themselves like cats do. Only give them a bath if they go outside and get dirt on them.
You wonder why cats dont like water?
Well, I think cats do not like bathes, because maybe the bath tub is like a lake or maybe a sea in their mind and they cannot swim so they are afraid. But, my cat loves playing with her water in her bowl, but freaks out when she needs to get in the bath. So, basically I would think that too.
Do cats have a bath?
yes. but not in a bath tub. cats have brush like hairs along their tongue that they brush their fur with. cats may over lick themselves if stressed.
Why do gorrilas like cats?
Gorillas dont like cats
Why do cats hate to take a bath?
because cats like to clean themelf and some hate water.
Do cats like dog food?
cats dont like dog food because its gross to cats and not healthy for them.
I don't like dog?
I dont like cats?
Do boxers and bengal cats like taking baths or shower?
Typically no, Boxers and Bengal cats do not like taking baths or showers. Bengal cats like to play in water but not taking a bath.
Do dogs clean themselves like cats?
sometimes yes but you still have to give them a bath
Do chickens like having a bath?
You can... if you want to have your hand be hurt. I suggest not though.
Why don't rabbits like bathing?
Same reason cats dont. They clean themselves. There's no need to bath a rabbit, and if they're dirty and stinky you aren't cleaning their housing or litter box often enough.
