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Can Cats Swim?

Updated: Dec 26, 2022



This may never have crossed your mind, but yes, cats can swim! There has always been a misconception that cats are afraid of the water which makes them avoid swimming. While some cats do not prefer to play in the water, not all cats are the same. Some cats love to enjoy and splash in the water.


Here are some cat breeds who are known to enjoy swimming:


●Sphynx

●Norwegian Forest Cat

●Manx

●Japanese Bobtail

●American Shorthair

●Abyssinian


As a general rule of thumb, you must always keep an eye on your cat when she gets near the water. She may like to swim and is not afraid of the water, but she is still at risk of drowning. It is also recommended that you do a trial run before your actual swimming activity to test your cat's comfort level when she is near the water like a pool or the beach.


Your veterinarian Roanoke, VA is a valuable resource when it comes to issues that affect your pet’s health and behavior. Visit website https://www.olddominionveterinaryclinic.com/ to know more.

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