Cat not drinking

[China Doll]

Hi All,

We got a cat last week from a rescue centre who has settled in extremely well. However he doesn't seem to drink anything at all, (I've seen him drink twice from his bowl on the first day so I know he knows where it is), he's not going outside yet so not drinking puddle water, he doesn't drink from the toilet (lid is always down), his water bowl is always fresh and not overly cold and is left to sit so I don't think it's the chorine. We have also tried different depth bowls/plates and that doesn't seem to make any difference. He has biscuits available at all times and eats 1.5 pouches of jelly or gravy cat food in the morning and evening, he has a great appetite.

He appears totally healthy, in no distress, loves to play, is very active and is very friendly with us. Should we be worried about the fact he's not drinking any of his water? Is it possible he's getting enough from his food? I've generally gone with the feeling that he knows where it is and he'll have it if he wants it but it plays on the mind a little.

Cheers :c)

[China Doll]

He'll be up to 2002 if Eric keeps going for his toes... :c)

Thanks Athley... just got to get his boosters done, decide on his insurance, and whether he's getting a dreaded collar and then the little blighter will be ready to be unceremoniously dumped on to an unsuspecting outside world...