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A cream point Ragdoll cat and a tan lop-eared bunny sit beside a white ceramic bowl of water on a wooden floor 28 / 33

One Water Bowl, One Ragdoll and One Very Polite Bunny

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A white ceramic bowl of fresh water sits on the floor, and two friends have come to drink. A cream point Ragdoll with sleepy blue eyes stands beside it, and a tan lop-eared bunny leans toward the water with her ears hanging down and her whiskers just touching the surface. A basket, a plant and a soft knit blanket sit in the corner of the room.

Clean, fresh water is vital for every pet. Many cats prefer a wide, shallow bowl, and ceramic or metal is easier to keep clean than plastic. Rabbits also drink a lot, often more than people expect, and a heavy ceramic bowl is a good choice because rabbits tend to tip over light ones. Water should be changed daily. Ragdolls are large, gentle cats that usually get along with other animals when introduced carefully. Sharing a bowl is sweet, and it can be a sign of trust, but each pet should have its own water too. If your rabbit or cat suddenly drinks far more or less than usual, talk to your vet.

It is a small, quiet moment, but it shows a lot. There is no rush and no competition. The two of them simply take their turn and share a sip, which is about as friendly as it gets. Afterward, they will probably both settle down for a nap, with fresh water in their bellies and a quiet room all to themselves.

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