Water is vital to the health of all living organisms. Most animals in captive environments do not consume a sufficient amount water and this commonly results in renal and GI complications. The present invention is related to a beverage composition for promoting hydration of a non-human animal. The beverage composition comprises purified water, such as reverse osmosis water, and an attractant having at least a flavour and an odour. The beverage composition has a unique mimetic property that is appealing to the animal. The beverage composition preferably further comprises one or more biologically active ingredients for promoting GI or renal health, such as an enzyme or a plant extract.
