Water bowl for Tiger-yes or no

[pilgrim19701]

Hi,
I am new to the community. I am getting a Tiger on Friday and I have a question. I keep reading contradictory information regarding whether or not a shallow bowl of water should be provided for a Tiger. Some say yes but others say no. And those who say no also mention that there is some evidence that a water bowl increases the chance of disease.. I would appreciate your thoughts on this debate. Thanks

 

[Asevernnnn]

I personally would have a water bowl in the tank, they will take a soak every now and then, and its good if you forget to mist the tank and it gets too dry.
Ive only heard about a higher risk for disease in tanks with a dedicated water area, rather than water bowls that would get changes every couple of days or daily.
I like to keep my tiger in an enclosure of sloped coconut fibre with a water dish in the corner at the bottom of the slope.

 

[Cliygh and Mia]

I have a two in one hide/water dish and little pirate loves it!

 

[Bellabelloo]

I also use a water bowl/ hide like this one :_
Classic Plastic Dog Bowls Vaious Styles, Sizes & Colours Cats, Dogs & Puppy Bowl | eBay

If they don't use it you can always remove it.

 

[JoshBA]

They're totally fine without one. I personally think its too much of hassle to deal with changing a water bowl daily.

Tiger sals do enjoy having them though.

 

[morg]

Not essential, but when i used to keep tigers they would sit in the water bowl a lot.
Sometimes completely submerged and swimming around.
If i ever kept them again i would definately add a large water bowl.

 

[Stupot1610]

In my opinion it is better to have one and the Tigers don't use it than not have one but the Tigers want it. Always better to have the option.