Did you know that between 70-80% of an adult dog\u2019s body mass\nis comprised of water? Also, they use water as a way to regulate their body\ntemperature and keep them cool \u2013 which is why they should always have access to\nfresh, clean water all the time, especially in the summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Let\u2019s take a closer look at the different types of water\navailable and whether they\u2019re suitable for your dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When it comes to providing water for dogs, the best and most\nconvenient option is usually tap water. Tap water is generally safe for dogs to\ndrink in most developed countries, as it undergoes strict quality control\nmeasures and is treated to remove harmful bacteria and contaminants. It is also\nreadily available and cost-effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In most cases, tap water is perfectly fine for dogs, as long\nas it meets the quality standards set by your local authorities. However, if\nyou have concerns about the quality of your tap water, such as excessive\nmineral content or contaminants, you can consider alternative options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bottled water is an alternative option if you’re traveling\nor unable to access clean tap water. When choosing bottled water, look for\nreputable brands that provide purified or spring water. Avoid mineral water or\nsparkling water, as they may not be suitable for dogs due to their high mineral\ncontent or carbonation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Although this type of water also goes through filtration\nprocess, like reverse osmosis, there is still a risk of contaminants. Also, if\nyou continue to reuse the plastic bottle to fill up and take it out with you,\nthe material will start to break down into the water as well. So, make sure to\nonly use this alternative when necessary, as this is safest and more\ncost-effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Filters can turn your tap water into a source of pure\nhydration for both you and your pet. If you prefer to provide your dog with\nfiltered water, you can use a water filter pitcher or a faucet-mounted filter\nto remove impurities. This option can be particularly useful if your tap water\nhas a strong taste or odour that may discourage your dog from drinking enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Remember that regardless of the type of water you offer,\nit’s crucial to ensure your dog has access to clean, fresh water at all times.\nRegularly clean the water bowl and refill it with fresh water to promote good\nhydration and overall wellbeing for your furry friend.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Did you know that between 70-80% of an adult dog\u2019s body mass is comprised of water? Also, they use water as a way to regulate their body temperature and keep them cool \u2013 which is why they should always have access to fresh, clean water all the time, especially in the summer. Let\u2019s take a […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":473,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-472","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/472","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=472"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/472\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":474,"href":"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/472\/revisions\/474"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/473"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=472"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=472"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=472"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}