Written by S. Thompson | Posted in Pets and Animals |

Aside from showing them love and devotion, pet owners also have a responsibility to keep their pets healthy as well. One major part of a pet’s healthy lifestyle is nutrition and half of their nutrition comes from an endless supply of fresh, clean water.

Just like humans, perhaps even more so, dogs and cats need to drink plenty of water to stay hydrated, especially in the warm summer months. With so many other responsibilities such as work, school, family, friends – pet owners can sometimes forget to change their dog or cat’s water bowls daily (actually, if possible, water should be checked and filled twice daily so that it’s kept clean and refreshing). If you’re a busy pet parent, to prevent this from occurring in your home, consider purchasing a pet fountain. The steady stream of filtered water will help you in fulfilling your responsibility and at the same time, make drinking water “fun” for your dog or cat.

Pet fountains are available in a wide variety of materials, styles and sizes. Choosing the right one for your pet will depend on a few factors such as the size and type of pet as well as their drinking habits. Many cats enjoy drinking out of the faucet. Even if there’s a fresh bowl of water nearby, cats still prefer the water flowing from the sink. This is because cats tend to be quite finicky and prefer fresh flowing water over the still, stagnant variety they find in their water bowls. Because of this, pet fountains that feature water that mimics the drizzling faucet are the best options for cats. Along with being picky, cats are truly fascinated by the flow of water and will actually sit for long periods and be completely entertained and content by watching it’s motion.

A pet fountain can be as stylish as any other home accessory. They’ve been created with materials such as plastic, ceramic and stainless steel and can blend in nicely with any home’s décor. There are also several brands from which to choose and several price ranges to fit any budget. When choosing and purchasing a pet fountain for your pet or pets, be sure to pick up some of the many accessories that are created to help keep it maintained such as filters and cleaning kits. For larger pets or homes with multiple pets, consider pet fountains with larger reservoirs that can hold more water than their smaller counterparts.

Pet fountains can be found in pet stores, pet departments of big box stores and of course for the best selection, online as well. Their prices range from $20 on the low end for the basic designs, on up to approximately $100 for deluxe varieties.

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