Importance of fresh drinking water for animals
By- Dr Parvinder Kaur
Veterinary officer
NRDDL,Jalandhar Punjab
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Why is freshwater important to animals?
Animals need fresh water for their bodies to function. They gain water not only through the action of drinking but also from the food they eat. Water is vital for bodily functions such as regulation of temperature, nutrient uptake, removing wastes, body weight, and health.
Importance of Drinking Water for Dairy Animals
Water is required for:
Digestion of feed and fodder.
Distribution of absorbed nutrients to various organs.
Excretion of undesirable and toxic elements through urine.
Maintenance of body temperature.
Normally, an adult healthy animal requires 75 to 80 litres of water daily.
Since milk contains about 85% water hence two and half litres water is required for every litre of milk produced.
RECOMMENDATION
Animal should have a free access to clean drinking water round the clock.
During summer, crossbred cows and buffaloes should be given bath twice daily and at least 100 litres of water per day to manage heat.
