10/07/2025
HEAT ALERT. A lot of cats do manage to adapt to extreme heat. They are born survivors BUT just in case your cat is struggling here are a few tips.
1. Keep your cat hydrated. Fluid intake is vital. It is common for cats to eat less in warm weather but as long as you ensure those water levels are going down sufficiently your cat is maintaining hydration. As the weather turns and gets cooler try giving boiled streaded chicken breast and mix with a little rice. It is high in protein and helps restore appetite plus hardens any poos if your cat does have the slight runs. Pop a few ice cubes in your cats water so at least the cat has a bit of extra time to drink water which is nice and cool and more inviting during hot weather. Move cat bowls away from direct sunlight and move into more shaded positions of your house. You can also stick water in the wet food so if your cat attempts the wet food you also know the cat is receiving fluids that way
2. Cats eat less wet food in the Summer. Wet food tends to go off more quickly. Microchip cat feeders are great. The lids come down when the cats finish feeding to prevent flies. Add more water or stick an ice cube in the center of each bowl to help keep wet food moist. Another option is to stick to dry food but cats that eat dry food drink more water so if you have a litter tray keep refreshing the cat litter more frequently. You can also switch your cat bowls to catmate timers and place cool blocks under the food trays and set timers to hours which your cat normally feeds so the food is not exposed for too long.
3. If your cat is more slumpy and not drinking its water and off it,s food. Try giving it water from a syringe. Fluid intake is more important It,s best to keep your cat indoors during heatwaves, As they walk on pathways which get hot this not only can burn their feet but also raise the cats body temperature causing dehydration.
4. Draw all curtains in the house and expose your cat to tiled floors. Place cool blocks under cat blankets if necessary. . Set up litter tray and monitor. If you notice that your cat is starting to have the runs and still not drinking consult your vet and seak advice as to what you need to do next. It could mean a simple visit to the vet to have fluids administered if needed.
Hope this helps.
