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Why do cats hate water?


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Water hurts insulation capability of cat fur, making them cold. Cats from tropical areas actually tend to like water, however.

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Hating water is part of the nature of a cat.

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Not all cats hate water. Cats from warmer climates actually like water. It may be an innate trait picked up by their ancestors.

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Actually, many cats enjoy water and at least one breed is known to enjoy fishing and swimming. I can actually bathe my cats.

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One veterinary professor suggests that water damages the ability of a cat's fur to insulate the animal against cold. CHA CHA ON!

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Not all cats hate water. In fact, some cats love water. If you have any other questions, ask ChaCha! we are full of answers!

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Actually many cats enjoy water and at least one breed is known to enjoy fishing and swimming. But it has to be on their own terms

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If it's hot cats will enjoy water. If it's not hot cats will avoid water to prevent catching a chill. Thanks for using ChaCha!!!

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