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There are some minor downsides to the Pagoda Ceramic Fountain, including a complicated internal water pump set-up that is a pain to disassemble and clean. And while the pump motor has a barely discernible hum, the spouts dropped water directly into the bowl from a significant height, making it a little noisier than similar water fountains. Finally, while we love the look of the Drinkwell Pagoda, we should note that the flared-out rim makes it easier to spill water when moving the fountain. While many cat water fountains use very similar electric pumps, different design choices can result in a louder or quieter experience. We found ceramic models did the best at insulating the pump, so the fountain's operation can barely be heard. "Flower" style fountain designs operate relatively quietly but get progressively noisier as the water level lowers. It's a design with some compromises, but if you're still interested in a flower fountain, we recommend the Wonder Creature Cat Water Fountain with Stainless Steel Lid. We also tested—and loved!—the PetSafe Drinkwell Avalon, which is the same as the Pagoda but with a round instead of rectangular design. It's well worth your consideration as well.

The setup is a bit tedious and includes the need to connect several small parts in a formation we felt was unintuitive. Still, the instructions were decent, and after 15 minutes, we had the fountain up and running without issue.

Since I usually have a litter of foster kittens at home, I'm always looking for ways to amuse them.

The PETLIBRO Capsule Water Fountain comes in blue, purple, orange, or green. There's also a stainless steel version. While it has fewer surface areas for cats to lap water from, the Drinkwell offers extra customizability, with a plastic cap that can be used to adjust the size of the fountain streams. Several swappable caps are included for different configurations, allowing you to customize the number of individual water streams—up to five. This roundup was written by Andrew Whalen, an editor for The Spruce Pets with hours of experience testing pet products in our labs. Whalen lives with two rescue cats, Church and Wally, who have wildly different water drinking habits. Their input and emotional support were crucial to the testing process. There are a variety of different water toys that cats can enjoy. Some popular options include water fountains, kitty pools, and sprinklers. Most cats enjoy playing with water, so there are a variety of different toys to choose from depending on your cat’s preferences. What are the best water toys for cats?

Some fun water toys for cats are Cat Dancers, Catnip Bubbles, and the CatGenie. What are the most popular water toys for cats? Similar to our Cepheus, the PetSafe Drinkwell 360 is designed to fill a round reservoir that can be approached from any direction. Unlike the Cepheus, however, the Drinkwell is strictly utilitarian in its design, with plastic clips that distract somewhat from its clean, stainless steel lines. Next, think about what material you want the toy to be made from. Plastic is obviously waterproof, but some cats prefer plush or rubber toys. If you’re not sure what material your cat would prefer, try a few different types and see which ones they take to more readily. A water fountain with many different options will help you pinpoint your cat's favorite ways to drink, so you can learn how to provide for their hydration.The PetSafe Drinkwell Pagoda Ceramic Fountain is available in four colors: white, red, taupe, and Himalayan blue. Cats love to play, and one of their favorite things to play with is water. That’s why it’s important to have the best water toys for cats available to keep them entertained and safe. First, consider your cat’s personality. Some cats love playing in water, while others are terrified of it. If your cat falls into the latter category, a toy that sprays or splashes water is probably not going to be a good choice. Instead, look for a toy that can be filled with water and offer some type of incentive for your cat to touch it, such as a treat dispenser.

Finally, our testers looked up the price of the fountain they were testing and gave us their impressions of the product's overall value.

Buying Guide for Best Water Toys For Cats

Finally, keep an eye on how durable the toy is. Cats can be pretty tough on their toys, so you’ll want something that can withstand some roughhousing (or at least won’t break immediately). Again, plastic is usually pretty durable, but other materials may not be as sturdy. The most popular water toys for cats are water fountains, waterfalls, and bubbling water bowls. What are the top rated water toys for cats? We tested six of the most popular flower designs, including the ubiquitous plastic Catit Flower Cat Fountain, and mostly found them to be of similar quality. Many even shared identical components. Overall, we weren't too impressed by any of the flower fountains, which were mostly flimsy and have a divider between you and most of the water bowl, making it difficult to tell when they were running low. Plus, if the bowl loses power, your cat won't have access to the water. Cat water fountains don't use a lot of electricity, and are safe to leave running 24/7. Because your pet may very well drink during the night, it's best to leave the fountain plugged in and running overnight. However, be sure that the fountain has enough water to keep the pump submerged, and that the water looks clean. If necessary, add more water to the fountain before going to bed for the night, or discard old water and refill the fountain with fresh, clean water.