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Hi, thanks for using Boop by Petco! The link below is a good fountain and I like The Drinkwell 360 stainless steel fountain. I had that for my cat. https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/petsafe-drinkwell-stainless-steel-zen-water-fountain Have a great day
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Cats actually prefer to drink from running water. I suggest you get her a water/drinking fountain: ( https://www.petco.com/shop/SearchDisplay?categoryId=&storeId=10151&catalogId=10051&langId=-1&sType=SimpleSearch&resultCatEntryType=2&showResultsPage=true&searchSource=Q&pageView=&beginIndex=0&pageSize=48&fromPageValue=search&searchKeyword=&searchTerm=water+fountain )
Updated on August 12th, 2025
I am sorry to hear about Tacoma! This sounds very frustrating but likely is just playful behavior that she enjoys. I would consider getting a drinking fountain (there are a variety of options out there, here is one example: https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/petmate-brushed-nickel-reflection-pond-fresh-flow-pet-fountain?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&adpos=1o7&scid=scplp2312454&sc_intid=2312454&cm_mmc=PLA-GG-_-PTC_P_BND_PLA-GG_FY17_SCShopping-TM-_-Non+VIP-_-92700027187667238&kwid=p27187667238&device=c&gclid=Cj0KCQjwprbPBRCHARIsAF_7gDZb6i7jNAiD_JnordFjYzNc9esC_Zf8j5_rWnASopxsGeJuDUBT2IsaAnWfEALw_wcB) as they are difficult to tip over and many cats find them enjoyable. I would also consider some toys or a climbing tower for enrichment to try to provide Tacoma with something else to play with! You can try to find something that dispenses food or treats if that is more enticing, such as this one: https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/catit-senses-20-cat-digger-c
Updated on August 12th, 2025
I didn't see the first question so I may be repeating the same advice, but there are a few other things you can try: One is picking up any other water bowls, and leaving the fountain unplugged and not running for a few days, but with water in it. This will allow your cats to get used to it without the added "scariness" of the running water for a bit. Once they are more used to drinking from it, you can then plug it in, and if it has various settings, set it to a quiet or low setting. Continuing to feed near it or place treats around it (high value ones, such as warmed boiled chicken, not just crunchy cat treats!) may also entice them to check it out, however some cats prefer not to have their food next to their water dishes- in which case, moving the food away for a few days and seeing if that improves things may also help. I'd keep experimenting with it, and if your cats are truly afraid to approach it at all, then trying something else instead may be best.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Water fountains are a great item to have available for your cats! You are right! They may just need a little time to get used to the sounds of the fountain and the movement of the water. Let them explore I️t on their own and at their own pace for a few days. You can also give them positive reinforcement associated with the fountain- eg feed them their favorite treats when they are near the fountain or feed them their food close to the fountain. I️ hope they come around the fountain encourages them to drink often :).
Updated on August 12th, 2025