Tabby cat drinking from faucet in house.
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Why Does My Cat Drink From the Faucet?

By Erica Rivera

Many cat parents have experienced the curious behavior of their feline friends seeking out the faucet for a refreshing drink of water even if they have a clean, fresh bowl of water nearby. While it may seem peculiar, this faucet behavior is relatively common among cats. Nevertheless, just because it’s commonplace doesn’t mean it’s hygienic. If your cat treats your faucet…

Erica Rivera
Erica Rivera

Erica Rivera's freelance writing has appeared in New York magazine, USA Today, the Star Tribune, City Pages, and many other publications and anthologies. She has interviewed hundreds of artists, authors, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and changemakers over the course of her career. She is also the author of Insatiable (Penguin Group, 2009) and Come Again (Thought Catalog Books, 2015). For more, visit: www.ericarivera.net.

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