Thread: Monty still not drinking enough… advice is welcome

I'm sorry you are having trouble with Monty's drinking, it can be quite difficult to work out what's going on in those furry brains! Sounds like good advice from Jackie though - try the psychological aspect and see if things improve. I have noticed that my crew, going back years, have always favoured stale water or even dirty water in the garden - old rainwater or mucky puddles - and it doesn't seem to do them any harm. I've never noticed any competition for water, with any of our cats.

So I would try going back to the old routine, but with wet food only, maybe try stale water in the bowls (ie, tap water left to stand for a couple of days) or go back to the fountain. And, try not to worry too much (hardest of all I know!). Just be all laid-back about it and pretend that you couldn't care less when he goes to his tray and what he does there. Let us know how you get on. xxx