it's not typically something they find enjoyable though

so they don't want to wash away the special treat when their servants forget to feed them.

and some breeds actually enjoy it, like the Turkish Van and Maine Coon, although the MCs I've known have been somewhat water averse.

Like everything a cat expends energy on, they have to have a reason to swim.

There is one breed, the Turkish Van, that does like to swim.

this cat is going for a cruise. Very cute.