Many cats that like water, but most of them enjoy playing with water from faucets or fountains. They will often bat at dripping water, while some fully immerse themselves.
Some breeds are known to like water more than others. Krieger says that cat breeds that like water include Bengals, Turkish Van cats and some Savannahs are partial to water, though it’s not a guarantee. Johnson says that Maine Coons are especially known to like water, but she says it really depends on the cat.
To encourage your cat to like water, Johnson suggests trying a cat water fountain or a motion sensor that turns the faucet on so it doesn’t drip constantly.
To provide enrichment for a water-inclined feline, Johnson suggests putting pieces of meat in ice cubes for cats to find in a water bowl or filling the bathroom sink with water and adding ping pong balls or bath toys for the cat to play with.
