Cat Water Fountain Buying Mistakes to Avoid
Most fountain regret is avoidable. Here are the mistakes that come up again and again — sidestep these and you’ll be happy with your choice.
Ignoring how hard it is to clean
A fountain you dread cleaning is a fountain that ends up unplugged. Before buying, look at how it comes apart and how many fiddly parts there are.
Overlooking placement
Buying a plug-in model when your ideal spot is nowhere near a socket leads to compromise. If placement freedom matters, prioritise a cordless design.
Forgetting ongoing filter costs
The purchase price isn’t the whole story. Check that filters are affordable and easy to buy — ideally in multi-packs — before you commit.
Chasing the cheapest option
The lowest price often means soft plastic surfaces and a noisier pump. A slightly better fountain that you’ll actually keep running is the better value.
Assuming every cat is the same
Some cats take to a fountain immediately; others need time or prefer a particular spot. Give a new fountain a fair trial, and remember a fountain isn’t a substitute for veterinary advice on your cat’s health.
SHAEVRA Flow is a cordless cat water fountain with a rechargeable battery, a motion-sensing pump and a stainless-steel drinking tray — made to sit anywhere in an Australian home.
Avoiding these? Start with an easy-clean, cordless, steel-tray fountain — see SHAEVRA Flow.