Cats are known to sometimes behave in ways that humans cannot understand the reason for.
It can be difficult to know when behavior is a quirk or something to worry about.
One area that may be a sign of anxiety is if your cat constantly lies down while drinking water.
Let's look at the main reasons why a cat might lie down to drink water.
Anxiety
If a new pet has recently arrived in the house or a stressful situation has occurred, the cat may lie down and drink water due to anxiety.
If you keep your cat comfortable, it will eventually feel more at ease, but if it suffers from too much anxiety, veterinary help is needed to fully address the problems.
Diabetes
If your cat has started lying down to drink and hasn't done so before, it may be because of its health. Diabetes is the most likely cause of this behavior, which will cause your cat to spend more time at the water bowl.
She will also urinate more often and eat more, and may gain weight. You may also notice signs of dehydration, so your cat will spend a lot of time near her water bowl.
Dehydration
Cats, like all living creatures, need water to live, and if it has been a long time since they have had access to water, their behavior may be a little different.
The good news is that as long as there is no underlying medical condition, all your cat needs is constant access to water and a little time, and she will feel better.
Kidney disease
Kidney disease is an extremely dangerous condition for a cat. If it is not treated promptly, it can cause death. It is very important to take your cat to the vet as soon as possible if you suspect this condition.
The most noticeable difference between the symptoms of kidney disease and diabetes is that kidney disease makes it difficult for your cat to urinate, while diabetes makes it more frequent. Either condition requires taking your cat to the vet immediately.
Pain
When a person is in pain, they will do everything in their power to relieve the pain. A cat behaves in exactly the same way. If the pain is localized in an area that makes it uncomfortable to get up while she is drinking, she will not do so.
If your cat is in pain, it will often become sensitive to touch and other movements. Keep an eye on your cat, and if you see any changes in behavior, an injury may be the cause.
Exhaustion
Sometimes a cat may be so tired that it is difficult for them to move. Although cats are rarely that tired, if there is something preventing them from sleeping, it is possible.
Try to help your cat get a good night's sleep and see if she starts getting up when she drinks.
