Excessive Water Consumption

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Hi all

China has been with me for about 2 months now (maybe a bit more). She is approx 9-10 mths old, bull arab x.

In my opinion she consumes more water than I would consider normal. She also loves water and swims whenever possible, snapping at the water and drinking alot due to that (of course).

I am not concerned about the water consumed when swimming as it can be explained. I was just wondering whether I should be worried with her 'normal' drinking behaviour? Is it an indication of any health issue that I am not aware of? It has crossed my mind that she may just be drinking so much because she loves water, but sometimes it just seems that she could drink the bowl bare.

Thanks in advance

Alyssa

[Dogsfevr]

i would consider diet first & whether its so salty is causing excessive drinking after that yes health issues .

Some breeds are more known for being bigger drinkers ,i have learnt that with the setters

[blacklabrador]

Measure how much is in her water bowl. If she's drinking a couple of litres a day and peeing a lot then you could suspect diabetes insipidus (NOT sugar diabetes) where the body has an inability to concentrate urine. If you're concerned take her to the vet.

It's hot weather - dogs need to drink a lot to keep themselves cool. A lot of their water content is evaporated from their tongue during panting. A dog that is drinking an appropriate amount will pee normally. A dog that is drinking much more than they need will pee large amounts frequently.