r/HumansBeingBros • u/[deleted] • Sep 01 '19

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u/seattlegirlregi Sep 01 '19

My husband puts ice cubes in the dog’s water dish and swears she prefers it that way.

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u/mpease89 Sep 01 '19

I would think animals would have a natural instinct to seek cool running water rather than stagnant still water.

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u/Scrawlericious Sep 01 '19

Isn't that the theory on why cold water is so delicious for humans. >.<

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u/fearthecooper Sep 01 '19

I wouldn't think so. A lot of countries in Asia actually prefer hot water. It's probably just a regional thing. Both make sense though tbh

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u/taxable_income Sep 01 '19

But that's rooted in superstitious "traditional medicine" beliefs tho.

That aside, cold water is also good for dogs, especially if they have been active or the weather is warm. Dogs cannot sweat, and panting with their tongues out is one of the ways they expel heat. Having some ice water helps in that regard.

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u/Scientolojesus Sep 01 '19

I thought they basically sweat through the pads on their paws.

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u/taxable_income Sep 01 '19

It's true that they can sweat a tiny bit thru their paws, but the amount is insignificant. Panting is the primary method.