− | Water toxicity is rare in dogs and cats. Water intake in excess of need is excreted as free water through the renal tubules. Over-consumption can be induced in animals that are offered water ad libitum following prolonged [[dehydration]], exercise, or prolonged heat exposure<ref name="NRC"/>. Clinical sings of water toxicity include seizures, ataxia, and coma. | + | Water toxicity is rare in dogs and cats. Water intake in excess of need is excreted as free water through the renal tubules. Over-consumption can be induced in animals that are offered water ad libitum following prolonged [[dehydration]], exercise, or prolonged heat exposure<ref name="NRC"/>. Clinical sings of water toxicity include [[seizures]], ataxia, and coma. |