{"id":11552,"date":"2022-09-24T13:30:09","date_gmt":"2022-09-24T12:30:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/?p=11552"},"modified":"2022-10-27T12:25:24","modified_gmt":"2022-10-27T11:25:24","slug":"how-long-can-a-dog-go-without-water","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/how-long-can-a-dog-go-without-water\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Can a Dog Go Without Water: Keep Your Pups Hydrated"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How long can a dog go without water<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water is essential to a dog\u2019s well-being, which means that you, as a dog owner, are responsible for always keeping your pet <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hydrated<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. So, if you\u2019re planning to leave it for an extended period, it\u2019s essential to know the facts and organize its feeding and water-changing with a petsitter properly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id='how-long-can-a-puppy-go-without-water'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Long Can A Puppy Go Without Water<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although a pup can survive two or three days of dehydration, it\u2019s still important to avoid <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">puppy<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> suffering like that <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ever<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how long can a dog live without water<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Your pet will not be in danger if you forget to give it water for a day, but it should not happen repeatedly. The most it can survive without water is two or three days, and this type of dehydration can be fatal for your dog.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fresh, clean water is crucial for your pup\u2019s vital organs to function properly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your pet does end up not <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drinking<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> any liquids in three days, he should be immediately hospitalized to avoid any damage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=''><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-11553\" src=\"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/image1-3.png\" alt=\"How long can a dog go without water \" width=\"1500\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/image1-3.png 1500w, https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/image1-3-300x216.png 300w, https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/image1-3-1024x737.png 1024w, https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/image1-3-768x553.png 768w, https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/image1-3-380x274.png 380w, https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/image1-3-800x576.png 800w, https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/image1-3-1160x835.png 1160w, https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/image1-3-140x101.png 140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2 id='why-is-water-important-for-dogs'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Is Water Important for Dogs<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you think of nutrients, you probably think of food. However, people often overlook water as a critical part of necessary nutrition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water is vital because it moves all the other important substances throughout the body. And it also plays a considerable part in digestion, detox, and temperature.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Digestion<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014A dog\u2019s <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">body<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can\u2019t break down food into nutrients without water. This <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">liquid <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">creates saliva, stomach acids, and bile, which are essential to the whole digestion process.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cell cycle<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014Water is crucial for cell growth and division; if there\u2019s a lack of it in a pup\u2019s system, skin and coat quality will be seriously affected.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Detox<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014Toxins must be removed from the body regularly, and dehydration will likely disturb that process. The build-up of harmful toxins and excess water-soluble nutrients can cause kidney and urinary tract issues.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Temperature<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014Dogs need extra hydration during the summer days. To cool off, they sweat through their paws, which means they need appropriate water levels in their organism.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pups should drink even more water than they regularly do <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">when <a href=\"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/why-does-my-dog-have-diarrhea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">facing troubles like diarrhea<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. A loose stool will cause dehydration to worsen, so fresh water should always be available to your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pet<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id='how-much-water-should-dogs-drink'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Much Water Should Dogs Drink<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you know <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how long dogs can live without water<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it\u2019s time to understand how much water dogs should consume daily.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The American Kennel Club states that an average adult dog should drink no less than an ounce of water for every pound they weigh. For example, if a dog has a body weight of 25 lbs, it will need to consume 25 oz throughout the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s important to note that puppies need different amounts of water to function than already grown dogs. When transitioning from milk to solid food, they need about half a cup of water every other hour.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although these guidelines are good to follow, your pup\u2019s water needs may vary depending on factors like weather, health, and activity levels. Changes might not be a big deal, but you should still check for signs of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dehydration<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=''><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-11554\" src=\"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/image2-3.png\" alt=\"How long can a dog go without water\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/image2-3.png 1500w, https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/image2-3-300x216.png 300w, https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/image2-3-1024x737.png 1024w, https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/image2-3-768x553.png 768w, https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/image2-3-380x274.png 380w, https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/image2-3-800x576.png 800w, https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/image2-3-1160x835.png 1160w, https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/image2-3-140x101.png 140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2 id='how-to-check-if-your-dog-is-dehydrated%c2%a0'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Check If Your Dog Is Dehydrated\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dehydration is a serious issue for dogs and can easily become life-threatening if not treated. But how do you know if your dog is dehydrated? If your dog has these <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">symptoms<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it\u2019s most probably in need of water:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loss of appetite,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fatigue<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and low <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">energy<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excessive panting,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dry mouth and gums,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dry nose,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dark yellow urine,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sunken eyes,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decrease in skin elasticity.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Besides <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/why-is-my-dogs-nose-dry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">checking if their nose is dry<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the easiest way to determine if your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pet<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is dehydrated is by putting your thumb on their back or head. If the skin doesn\u2019t spring back once you release your finger, you should fill that <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">water bowl<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> up.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id='why-wont-my-dog-drink-water'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Won&#8217;t My Dog Drink Water<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a dog refuses to drink water, there\u2019s an underlying issue. For one, it may be that your dog has had some kind of a mouth injury. Whether it\u2019s the tongue, teeth, or gums, it won\u2019t be that enthusiastic about drinking liquids.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An upset stomach can also be at fault for this issue. Dogs are curious beings and may frequently eat something they shouldn\u2019t\u2014<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/can-dogs-eat-chips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">chips being one example<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This salty snack can cause severe dehydration and stomach problems, preventing your pet from drinking water.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It may sound weird, but the shape, size, or material of the water bowl you\u2019re using may cause them to dislike drinking liquids. It could be that the bowl is too deep or too flat and wide, so their ears get wet whenever they try to drink water.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If nothing helps, you can try to give your pup moisture-rich foods, such as ZiwiPeak and Weruva. Another option is to pour some raw goat milk into its food or make <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">treats<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like bone broth dog popsicles.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id='what-can-i-do-for-my-dehydrated-dog'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Can I Do For My Dehydrated Dog<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your dog is facing mild dehydration and is not yet hospitalized, you will have to try and fix the problem at home. We\u2019ve gathered some tips that will be useful in rehydrating your parched pet.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take your dog indoors;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Encourage them to drink water or an electrolyte drink;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Constantly check your pup\u2019s condition;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let your pup nap in a cool place.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your furry friend doesn\u2019t get any better, immediately take it to your local vet for proper medical treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id='frequently-asked-questions'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How many days can a dog go without water<\/b><b>?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dogs can go three days at most without drinking water but will show symptoms in the first 24 hours.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long can a dog go without food?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most healthy dogs will live three to five days without eating food before showing any severe consequences, but only if they drink plenty of fluids.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Can I leave my dog without water during the day?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s not a big deal if you forget to fill your dog\u2019s water bowl for a day, but try not to make that a regular occurrence.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id='key-takeaways'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key Takeaways<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how long can a dog go without water<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Typically it takes two to three days until your pet is fully malnourished because of dehydration. This serious health concern can be fatal, so don\u2019t forget to fill that dog bowl up before going to work.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How long can a dog go without water? Water is essential to a dog\u2019s well-being, which means that you, as a dog owner, are responsible for always keeping your pet hydrated. 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