Generated by Rank Math SEO, this is an llms.txt file designed to help LLMs better understand and index this website. # ThirstyCat Fountains: High quality, handmade ceramic cat fountains ## Sitemaps [XML Sitemap](https://thirstycatfountains.com/sitemap_index.xml): Includes all crawlable and indexable pages. ## Posts - [Cat Body Language](https://thirstycatfountains.com/cat-body-language-signals/): THIS IS THE SECOND in a two part series on cats communication. Here is the first. - [Why Do Cats Crave Enclosures?](https://thirstycatfountains.com/why-do-cats-crave-enclosures/): Actually, it isn't just circles, but any defined area. We set something down—a box, a bag, a neatly folded sweater—and within minutes, our cat is sitting in it. Not near it or investigating it, but fully, deliberately in it. - [Why a Cat Water Fountain Should Be as Beautiful as Your Home](https://thirstycatfountains.com/why-your-cats-water-fountain-should-be-as-beautiful-as-your-home/): Because it fits in - because it belongs there, a handmade ceramic cat fountain contributes to a richer, more cohesive evironment - for both us and our cats. - [Why Water Is Enrichment For Cats](https://thirstycatfountains.com/why-water-is-enrichment-for-cats/): We tend to think of water as a necessity. And indeed, it is. It is something functional, simple and indespensible. But for cats, water can be considerably more. It can be stimulating. It can be engaging. It can be play. - [The Silent Risk: Why Most Cats Don’t Drink Enough Water](https://thirstycatfountains.com/the-silent-risk-why-most-cats-dont-drink-enough-water/): There’s a quiet but very real problem in many homes with cats. They have water but the water source: - [Ceramic Indoor Fountains](https://thirstycatfountains.com/ceramic-indoor-fountains/): You're here, probably, because you searched for 'ceramic indoor fountain' or 'ceramic sculpture fountain'. You think you want one and this post encourages you to because there are so many good reasons for having a ceramic indoor fountain. Apart from the fact that ceramic indoor fountains add a unique beauty to your home which you can enjoy daily, as will your guests, they also provide other benefits. They are aurally delightful (and are adjustable to be more or less quiet), they humidify your home and they generate beneficial 'negative ions', which are good for your health.  - [Feline Kidney Disease](https://thirstycatfountains.com/feline-kidney-disease/): Sometimes customers come to ThirstyCats because their cats have been diagosed wtih Feline Kidney Disease. Dehydration is both one of the causes as well as one of the symptoms and their vets have recommend a fountain for their cats. On the preventative side, many vets now recommend a fountain at the outset of the cats' lives, before there are any symptoms. - [Cat Trees For Health & Pleasure​](https://thirstycatfountains.com/cat-trees/): And this is why a cat tree is so beneficial for them. Because they will do all that and you don’t want them climbing your curtains or clawing your furniture or getting stressed because they can’t express their catness. - [Sculpture Cat Fountains](https://thirstycatfountains.com/sculpture-cat-fountains/): So these sculptural fountains are for those who recognize and appreciate their uniqueness and quality and for whom it is not a strain to have one. To see more, please visit our sculpture cat fountains, knowing that they are every bit as much for beautifying your home, as they are for Cats. - [Cats’ Senses](https://thirstycatfountains.com/cats-senses/): Of all cats' senses, hearing is their most acute. What cats lack in vision they more than make up for in hearing with an auditory range two octaves higher than we hear and a half to a full octave higher than dogs. Better still, they can triangulate for the source of a sound with their ears by using each ear independently, comparing the minute differences in tone and arrival time of the sound. This ability, along with excellent perception of movement contributes enormously to their ability to hunt, thus; survive. - [Cats Need What In Their Environment?](https://thirstycatfountains.com/what-cats-need/): It is not enough for our cats to be within a home which we feel to be safe and secure – cats need safe and secure places within that home that are, not just particularly, but only, for each of them.  - [Cats’ Body Language – Part One](https://thirstycatfountains.com/cats-body-language-part-one/): From the cat’s perspective, here’s what happened. She walks into the room and all the people there, except one, are being rudely aggressive, staring at her.  This is threatening. They’re trying to show their dominance by staring her down and she’s intimidated. There’s one human there though who is not rude or aggressive so she goes to her, jumps into her lap and finds the easy response comforting so she settles in, appreciating this more thoughtful, less threatening person. This is the cat responding to your body language based on cats' body language. - [Creating the Domes For ThirstyCat Fountains](https://thirstycatfountains.com/creating-the-dome-for-thirstycat-fountains/): The 'Domes', as we call them, are one of the two types of center pieces we make for the fountains. The other is the Towers. Each is created through different processes and both come in many different styles and designs. Here we present the creation of the domes. Towers we present in another post. - [The Bisque](https://thirstycatfountains.com/the-bisque/): You see the finished fountains in the shop but what you don't see and few people really know about are the processes that get them there. This post is part of a series demonstrating all that and this one is about preparing the pieces for a bisque firing and bisquing them. - [Birds Are Back At ThirstyCats](https://thirstycatfountains.com/birds-are-back-at-thirstycats/): Years ago we often made Cat Drinking Fountains with a bird or birds on the rim of either the bowl or the center piece and for some reason (or really no reason at all) we stopped. Well, we're bringing them back in our Bird Bath Cat Fountains. - [ThirstyCat’s Creations & You](https://thirstycatfountains.com/thirstycats-creations-you/): The constant experimenting we do at ThirstyCat Fountains is driven by two forces – our own desire to improve and find new beauty and functionality, and your requests for things we haven’t done before or to have things done differently. - [Cleaning Mineral Deposits From Your Fountain](https://thirstycatfountains.com/cleaning-mineral-deposits-from-your-fountain/): We sometimes get a call or email from someone afraid that the glaze is wearing off her fountain. It is becoming white all over, the color is dull and the luster is gone.  We quickly reassure her the glaze is not deteriorating. - [Handcrafted Cat Fountains](https://thirstycatfountains.com/handcrafted-cat-fountains/): At ThirstyCats we are sometimes tempted to enter the rushing river of technological developments in the creation of our fountains, if only to keep up with the countless gizmo-infused fountains sold everywhere and all made in China - High tech Battery powered, Blue Tooth controlled jobs with elaborate (and unhealthy) filtration, lights and sounds and digital readouts of volumes consumed... - [Custom Cat Drinking Fountains](https://thirstycatfountains.com/custom-cat-drinking-fountains/): Can't find the fountain you want in our store? Try our Custom Fountain option. - [Specialty Fountains](https://thirstycatfountains.com/specialty-fountains/): If you're looking for a fountain above and beyond our usual creations here is where you may be able to find it or have it created specifically for you. Beautiful Fountains is our other site where we specialize in ceramic sculpture fountains which you can choose from the store there or If you have your own ideas you'd like to see if we can make for you, use the form on the Create Your Own Beautiful Fountains page. Please note that every fountain on Beautiful Fountains can be a cat fountain. - [Cat Scratching Furniture & How To Stop It](https://thirstycatfountains.com/cat-scratching-furniture-how-to-stop-it/): Why cats scratch furniture, what not to do about it and what to do to stop it - [Choosing A Cat Fountain Size](https://thirstycatfountains.com/choosing-a-cat-fountain-size/): We receive quite a few calls at ThirstyCats from people who want to buy a cat fountain but are unsure what size they need for their circumstances. We create a fairly wide range of sizes so this is an important consideration. Here we address this. - [Indoor Fountains – 3 Factors To Consider](https://thirstycatfountains.com/indoor-fountains-3-factors-to-consider/): Many of us look for ways to improve our home and surroundings, to make them more attractive and enjoyable, without going through a lot of trouble or expense. Indoor fountains are an extremely effective way to achieve this – with caveats. Unless you’ve spent some time working with indoor fountains it is likely you won’t be aware of their potential pitfalls. Here we discuss what to look for, and what to look out for in acquiring and placing small indoor water fountains in your home or office. Basically there are three areas of concern: Practicality, Beauty and Quality. - [Love Your Cat Fountain](https://thirstycatfountains.com/love-your-cat-fountain/): Don't just accept your cat fountain, love it. Here we help you understand why and how to love your cat fountain. - [How To Choose A Cat Fountain In 2026](https://thirstycatfountains.com/how-to-choose-a-cat-fountain-in-2024/): There are so many brands and styles of cat fountains available, even trying to evaluate them can be daunting. An exhaustive treatment of this subject. - [Enhanced Design Style](https://thirstycatfountains.com/new-design-style/): In response to customers’ requests for a fountain that aggressive/playful cats won’t tip, for taller fountains and for the elimination of cord covers we have developed a new style of bowl. - [Stainless Steel Cat Fountains Vs. ThirstyCats Ceramic Cat Fountains](https://thirstycatfountains.com/stainless-steel-cat-fountains-vs-thirstycats-ceramic-cat-fountains/): There seems to be some confusion about which material is better for cat fountains. This article will help dispel it for you. - [Chin Acne In Cats](https://thirstycatfountains.com/chin-acne-in-cats/): I suggested that the other brand’s elaborate filtration was probably to gain more revenue by frequent filter replacements but especially to distract from the fact that it is made of plastic and causes chin acne. She emailed back that that was why she was contacting us. Her cat got chin acne from the fountain brand she was using. - [ThirstyCat Fountains For Home Decor](https://thirstycatfountains.com/thirstycat-fountains-for-home-decor/): Before we realized the great need for truly healthful, beautiful, high quality fountains for cats, we were creating handmade ceramic fountains for home décor... - [Cat Fountain Filters](https://thirstycatfountains.com/cat-fountain-filters/): This has become a curiously common concern of late, primarily due to the number of cat fountain makers entering the market with new gimmicky ways of luring in customers and generating revenue. Let us be very clear right up front. Cat fountains do not need filters to run, cat fountains are better with at least mechanical filtration, and cat fountain filters do not need to and should not be elaborate. All this is explained in the following. - [Cats Have Been Domesticating Man for Thousands of Years](https://thirstycatfountains.com/cats-have-been-domesticating-man-for-thousands-of-years/): And have done a pretty decent job of it too – helping to tone down our brutishness, divest us of our barbarism and develop... - [3 Best Cat Water Fountains](https://thirstycatfountains.com/3-best-cat-water-fountains/): Before expressing what we find are the 3 best cat fountains and what makes them so, we first define what we mean by 'the best'. That word is used a lot and quite indiscriminately for cat fountains whereby even toxic products find themselves labeled so. Let's clear that up a bit. - [Ragdoll Cats (Floppycats)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/ragdoll-floppycats-cats/): This happens all the time under these conditions. This is what the body does to deal with trauma. And, of course, those morphines entered into her blood stream and into the bodies of the yet unborn kittens. They were all born in a pacified, relaxed, easy going state, ('high',you might say), as a consequence of these natural pain inhibitors which had entered their bodies and modified their makeup. The gene modification took and this gave us floppycats. Or so the story goes, along with a half dozen elaborations of the original story all the way to a secret government experiment being behind the Ragdoll. - [The Persian Cat](https://thirstycatfountains.com/persian-cat/): Below are some useful links for learning about the Persian Cat. - [How A ThirstyCats Cat Fountain Works](https://thirstycatfountains.com/how-a-thirstycats-cat-fountain-works/): https://vimeo.com/315947835?share=copy - [ThirstyCat Fountains Video](https://thirstycatfountains.com/thirstycat-fountains-video/): A behind the scenes glimpse into how the world's highest quality cat fountains are made. - [Wabi Sabi In Handmade Creations](https://thirstycatfountains.com/wabi-sabi-in-handmade-creations/): ‘Handmade’ means something and it means something important: At the simplest level it means an individual or individuals put their efforts, their attention and brought their skills into the creation of the product from start to finish, (as opposed to machinery made.)  - [Which Fountain Does My Cat Want](https://thirstycatfountains.com/which-fountain-does-my-cat-want-ii/): We receive a lot of calls and emails from people wanting help selecting a fountain for their particular cat or multiple cat household. They are good questions and important ones because it makes a difference to a lot of cats. And to you. - [Expensive Cat Fountains?](https://thirstycatfountains.com/cost-of-a-thirstycat-fountain/): A ThirstyCat Fountain is an investment​ in your cat's health and happiness, in your peace of mind  and in the beauty of your environment. - [Cats & Environmental Stress](https://thirstycatfountains.com/cats-environmental-needs-2/): If our cats are exhibiting a behavioral problem, it is most often not because they are a problem but because they have a problem and it is our responsibility, and opportunity, to figure it out. Cats aren’t normally bad, but they can be stressed and act badly. - [Creating a Cat House](https://thirstycatfountains.com/creating-a-cat-house/): A Cat House is simply your house that meets the needs of your cats, because cats need specific kinds of experiences in order to fully feel and express their catness; like climbing, jumping, scratching, exploring, hiding, stalking and chasing. - [Cat Fountain Placement Guide](https://thirstycatfountains.com/cat-fountain-placement-guide/): In this Cat Fountain Placement Guide we explore the best, worst and OK locations to place your cat fountain and what makes them so, because where you place your cat's fountain may very much determine to what extent it is used and how pleasurable it is for your cats to use and for you to enjoy. - [Ceramic Developments – Historically and at ThirstyCats](https://thirstycatfountains.com/ceramic-developments-thirstycat-fountains/): In the most basic terms possible, pottery is the process and result of shaping clay into forms and heating it to a high enough temperature to cause the molecular particles to bind together and form a unified structure. That solidifying temperature varies with the clay used. - [7 Hypoallergenic Cats](https://thirstycatfountains.com/hypoallergenic-cats/): and they don’t exist. Some though, are said to be less allergenic than others so here we focus on the good news – the least likely cat breeds to cause your allergies trouble with a little story at the end to give you hope of being cat allergy free. Cat allergies can be a serious problem and have a major impact on people's lives - if you can't live with a cat and your partner can't live without one... Or you have good friends with cats and you are prone to Anaphylaxis, which is life-threatening. These are real issues and this page a simple attempt to bring useful information to those seeking information about hypoallergenic cats.  - [Fountain Water Sounds](https://thirstycatfountains.com/cat-fountains-water-sounds/): https://vimeo.com/309524952 - [The British Short Hair​](https://thirstycatfountains.com/british-short-hair/): Most commonly seen as the 'Blue' the British Short hair comes in pretty much all the colors other cats have which comprises an amazingly long list including" white, chocolate, cream, lilac, black, silver, red and more, and in a variety of marking paterns. - [Pump & Plug Installation](https://thirstycatfountains.com/pump/): Call with questions - 518-677-3225 - Eastern Time - [Best Cat Water Fountain](https://thirstycatfountains.com/best-cat-water-fountain/): So, is that why the title of this article begins with ‘Best’? No, in fact. The reason the word best is in this title is because this post really is about the best cat water fountain on the planet. Bold statement. Can we prove it? Please read on. - [Water Fountain For Cats](https://thirstycatfountains.com/water-fountain-for-cats-2/): As with every good idea the Drinkwell water fountain for cats was followed by other makers of cat fountains, also made in China and also made of plastic. In fact, there was an explosion of pet watering products, at first all made of plastic but eventually other materials appeared, owing largely to the criticism plastic was receiving. - [Automatic Cat Water Bowl – 2 Types](https://thirstycatfountains.com/automatic-cat-water-bowl-two-types/): There are two basic types of automatic cat water bowls - gravity fed and recirculating. In this post we examine the pros and cons of each of these types of cat fountains. ## Pages - [Scheduled Fountain Listings](https://thirstycatfountains.com/scheduled-fountain-listings/): Until we are able to bring another professional onto the team (we are ardently searching) we are limited in our creation of fountains. As it is frustrating for customers and friends to go to the shop and find that what they would have wanted just sold, we now make known exactly when new fountains will be listed. We select a time that should work for the entire country - at least as well as possible. Any suggestions welcomed. Email Keith - info@thirstycatfountains.com - [Home New](https://thirstycatfountains.com/home-new/): The World's Highest Quality - [Cats of ThirstyCats](https://thirstycatfountains.com/cats_of_thirstycats/): https://thirstycatfountains.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/homepage-bottom-customers-videos.mp4 - [Video form test](https://thirstycatfountains.com/video-form-test/): NameEmail Address *Cat's NameMessageVideo or Image Upload *Choose FileNo file chosenDelete uploaded fileSubmit - [Video Upload](https://thirstycatfountains.com/video-upload/) - [About Us](https://thirstycatfountains.com/about-us/): One Studio. One Process. Two Expressions - [Custom Order Form](https://thirstycatfountains.com/custom-order-form/): Seen something we've made but isn't currently available? Or do you have an idea for a cat fountain you'd like us to quote you a price for? Use this form and please be as explicit as you can. Name Email(Required) Please describe your request(Required)Image 1 — UploadAccepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, gif, webp, Max. file size: 2 GB. Click to browse or paste an image (Ctrl+V / Cmd+V)Image 1 — URLImage 2 — UploadAccepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, gif, webp, Max. file size: 2 GB. Click to browse or paste an image (Ctrl+V / Cmd+V)Image 2 — URLImage 3 — UploadAccepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, gif, webp, Max. file size: 2 GB. Click to browse or paste an image (Ctrl+V / Cmd+V)Image 3 — URL Name Email(Required) Please describe your request(Required)Image 1 — UploadAccepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, gif, webp, Max. file size: 2 GB. Click to browse or paste an image (Ctrl+V / Cmd+V)Image 1 — URLImage 2 — UploadAccepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, gif, webp, Max. file size: 2 GB. Click to browse or paste an image (Ctrl+V / Cmd+V)Image 2 — URLImage 3 — UploadAccepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, gif, webp, Max. file size: 2 GB. Click to browse or paste an image (Ctrl+V / Cmd+V)Image 3 — URL - [Beautiful Fountains & ThirstyCat Fountains](https://thirstycatfountains.com/beautiful-fountains-thirstycat-fountains/) - [Where are all the fountains?](https://thirstycatfountains.com/where-are-all-the-fountains/): Our inventory problem is nearly solved and many more fountains will become available soon. Here is why we have had so few fountains recently. - [Review Your Cat Fountain – Submit Here](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review-your-cat-fountain/): Please note: For any reviews uploaded without an image, we may add an image afterwards for editorial balance. - [ABOUT YOU PAGE](https://thirstycatfountains.com/about-you/about-you-page/): As we are diminishing our use of Facebook we are presenting this page so that we can reach you and especially for you to reach us. Please continue to email us with whatever issues my have but use this post to ask and express other things. We'd love to understand you better so tell us about yourself if you want, what you'd like to see from us, about your cats...about anything you'd like,  and hit the submit button. Leave your name and email if you want us to respond. - [About You EDIT](https://thirstycatfountains.com/about-you-edit/): - ABOUT YOU  - - [About You](https://thirstycatfountains.com/about-you/): We would love to know more about You, our customer or perhaps future customer. On this page we invite you to share whatever you would like to share. Tell us about your cats, how long you've had cats in your life, how many and what that is like for you. How do you feel about your cats. What hopes and what concerns do you have regarding them? - [Veterinarian Recommend Cat Water Fountains](https://thirstycatfountains.com/veterinarian-recommend-cat-water-fountains/): The Highest Quality, Safest, Easiest To Clean & Most Beautiful Cat Fountains Worldwide - [User Guides & Pre-Purchase Info](https://thirstycatfountains.com/user-guides/): User & Pre-Purchase Guides Fountain selection & setup Pre-purchase selection guideHow a thirstycat fountain worksChoosing a fountain sizeChoosing a style (which fountain does my cat want)How to help your cats love their fountainHow full should my fountain beCat fountain water soundsCat fountain placement guide Fountain Maintenance Fountain cleaning videoPump Replacement How a submersible pump for a cat fountain worksAbout our recirculating pumpsPump cleaning explanation (cleaning the pump with vinegar and salt)Pump & plug installation Filtration About our cat fountain pre-filtersAbout our carbon filters About our copper components About our copper Glazes About our glazes Pre-purchase selection guideHow a thirstycat fountain worksChoosing a fountain sizeChoosing a style (which fountain does my cat want)How to help your cats love their fountainHow full should my fountain beCat fountain water soundsCat fountain placement guideFountain cleaning videoPump Replacement How a submersible pump for a cat fountain worksAbout our recirculating pumpsPump cleaning explanation (cleaning the pump with vinegar and salt)Pump & plug installationAbout our cat fountain pre-filtersAbout our carbon filtersAbout our copperAbout our glazes - [Custom Cat Water Fountains](https://thirstycatfountains.com/custom-cat-fountains/): Custom Ceramic Cat Water Fountains - [Let Us Create Your Custom Cat Water Fountain](https://thirstycatfountains.com/let-us-create-your-custom-cat-water-fountain/): Let us know what you want and we'll make your fountain - at no extra charge. - [Speciality Cat Water Fountains](https://thirstycatfountains.com/speciality-ceramic-cat-fountains/): Speciality Cat Fountains - [Specialty Fountains From ThirstyCats](https://thirstycatfountains.com/specialty-fountains-from-thirstycats/): https://vimeo.com/1060230817 - [Newsletter Signup Form](https://thirstycatfountains.com/newsletter-signup-form/) - [](https://thirstycatfountains.com/): The World's Highest Quality - [Mega Megu Workings](https://thirstycatfountains.com/mega-menu/): FEATURED POST - [FAQs](https://thirstycatfountains.com/faqs/): Yes. There are no harmful materials such as lead or toxic colorants used in our fountains. Because we make our glazes from scratch using only certified food-safe minerals that come from the earth we know exactly and how much of what is in them. - [Links](https://thirstycatfountains.com/links/): More Useful LinksEverything about Cats' water needsCat won't drink from her bowl?Fountain Cleaning VideoPumps - anatomy and cleaningHelping your cat take to the fountainCat drinking from toiletVideos of several brands of cat fountains being cleanedAre cheap fountains a good idea?Where to place the cats' waterCat fountain filtrationAre cat fountains safe and how do they workMold made vs handmade - [Price Increase](https://thirstycatfountains.com/price-increase/): OUR PRICE INCREASE - [Beware of False Thirstycat Company (www.thirstycatco.com)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/beware-of-false-thirstycat-company-www-thirstycatco-com/): It has come to light that there is a company which calls itself thirstycat (www.thirstycatco) in a direct and blatant attempt to hijack the reputation and pretend to the quality of ThirstyCats (www.thirstycatfountains.com). - [Specialty Fountains – One Of A Kind](https://thirstycatfountains.com/specialty-fountain/specialty-fountains-one-of-a-kind/): The fountains shown on this page are one of a kind and cannot be made to order. If you want one of these let us know and we will list it as reserved for you in the shop. Once sold another like it is not available. All are handmade (wheel-thrown and hand-built) of high-fired stoneware and come complete and ready to run. They are not mold-made of fake materials. Please note that the prices do not include shipping.  - [Miscellaneous Specialty Fountains](https://thirstycatfountains.com/specialty-fountain/miscellaneous-specialty-fountains/): These fountains can be made to order though note that being handmade there will be variations. You may choose your glazes for each of these, or take our recommendations. Use the Specialty Fountains order form to order or to inquire about time fram and price. All fountains are complete and come with everything shown. - [Specialty Fountains With Lights](https://thirstycatfountains.com/specialty-fountain/specialty-fountains-with-lights/): Fountains With Lights / Aromatherapy Fountains Note that these are not intended as cat fountains because there is the slight chance that the LED lights will leak though we have never encountered that. They are excellent for creating a pleasing ambience in your home and for dispersing essential oils. The movement of the water releases the fragrances without heat. The fountains on this page can be made to order. Each fountain comes with 2 lights and a remote control with which you can control the color, the mode of transition from color to color or no transition and the manner of display and on and off. Each can be made with the glaze of your choice. Use the Specialty Fountains order form to order or to inquire about time frame and price.  All fountains are complete and come with everything shown and ready to run. Just add water and plug in. - [Specialty Fountains With Sculpted Copper](https://thirstycatfountains.com/specialty-fountain/specialty-fountains-with-sculpted-copper/): The fountains on this page can be made to order. Note that each is handmade and variations will occur. The Cattails are made of 99.9% pure copper with ceramic 'tail' pieces. Each can be made with the glaze of your choice and within ranges - the size bowl of your choice. Use the Specialty Fountains order form to order or to inquire about time frame and price. All fountains are complete and come with everything shown. - [Specialty Fountains – Animal Sculptures](https://thirstycatfountains.com/specialty-fountain/specialty-fountains-animal-sculptures/): Here are some of our specialty fountains which can be made to order. Note that being handmade there will be variations. Each can be made with the glaze of your choice and within ranges - the size bowl of your choice. Use the Specialty Fountains order form to order or to inquire about time frame and price. All fountains are complete and come with everything shown. - [Replacement Request Form](https://thirstycatfountains.com/replacement-request-form/): If you have previously purchased a fountain from us and have a broken component that needs replacing please use this form. - [Specialty Fountain](https://thirstycatfountains.com/specialty-fountain/): With this form you can request a fountain to be made with particular attributes beyond what is in our shop or is available with the Create Your Own Fountain option. Tell us as precisely as possible what it is you want and we will let you know if we can do it, the time frame it will take and the approximate cost. Please know that the more complex the fountain the more it will cost. - [Video Gallery](https://thirstycatfountains.com/video-gallery/): ThirstyCat Fountains - [ThirstyCats Studio is a Safe Shop](https://thirstycatfountains.com/thirstycat-fountains-safe-shop/): Although there are no cases of Covid-19 in our town and very few in the entire county we maintain the highest vigilance.  Snce the middle of March the ThirstyCats studio has been transformed into a 'Safe Shop'. Our employee are home, getting benefits, and only the two principles and founders of thirstycatfountains.com, Jackie & Keith, now work in the shop. As when ThirstyCats began over 10 years ago, we do it all. - [Customer Video & Photos Upload Page](https://thirstycatfountains.com/upload-video/): Share your favourite ThirstyCat Fountain videos and images with us here. - [Create Your Own Fountain](https://thirstycatfountains.com/create-your-own-fountain/): To create your own cat fountain, select from the options below - choose the fountain size range, the center piece design and the glaze and we will create your fountain. Shipping cost will be determined by your choices and mailing address. You will see the final cost before committing to payment. Note that the Mice N Cheese dome will be glazed in our traditional manner as shown here (Ivory) unless specifically requested otherwise. - [Endorsement of Excellence](https://thirstycatfountains.com/endorsement-of-excellence/): Endorsement of Excellence - [Why Your Cat Needs A Cat Fountain](https://thirstycatfountains.com/why-your-cat-needs-a-cat-fountain-2/): Does youe cat jump up onto the counter every time you turn on the faucet? Does he drink from the toilet or dip his paws into the water bowl before drinking? Does he stir the water or move his water bowl? Is he as happy and healthy as he can be? Have you wondered why he does these things or isn't quite as well as he could be? So happens, there is a very good reason for this odd behavior or poor fitness and the solution is, according to just about every vet you'll ask; a cat fountain.In the wild, cats avoid still water. Think about it. What happens in water? Things, like bacteria, grow in it. Animals leave their waste in it and more bacteria grow. Things die in it and still more bacteria and other lethal organisms propagate. - [What Is The Best Cat Water Fountain For Your Cat](https://thirstycatfountains.com/what-is-the-best-cat-water-fountain/): How do you decide what is the best cat fountain for your cat to ensure your cat, and you, are exceedingly happy with it? One set of these factors has to do with the physical and temperamental nature of your cats, the other has to do with your preferences and your home. - [ThirstyCat Fountains Are Handmade](https://thirstycatfountains.com/how-our-fountains-are-made/): It can be difficult to appreciate just what a handmade cat fountain is or why it matters. We assume we know what it means - made by hand - but what does that mean for a cat fountain? - [Footer Page 2 columns](https://thirstycatfountains.com/footer-page-2-columns/): Place your content for the second column here. - [Indoor Fountains With Lights](https://thirstycatfountains.com/indoor-fountains-with-lights/): Another of our designs of indoor fountains with lights is a bubble-up which accommodates one LED light. This particular fountain is called the UFO, for what we hope are obvious reasons. Here is a video of it. - [The Many Uses of Indoor Water Fountains](https://thirstycatfountains.com/the-many-uses-of-indoor-fountains/): Indoor water fountains are excellent for dispersing essential oils, as aids to meditation, for setting a mood or theme within a room or spa, enhancing an entryway, contributing to your yoga practice or bringing both tranquility and a bit of liveliness to your desktop. As a home decor element they provide color, texture and if you like, sound and light while serving wonderfully well as a focal point within a room. We even create indoor fountains with detachable planters for easy gardening in your home. Below we present some of their uses. - [Indoor Fountains For Home Decor](https://thirstycatfountains.com/indoor-fountains-for-home-decor/): You will learn of The Many Uses of Indoor Fountains - [ThirstyCat Cat Fountains](https://thirstycatfountains.com/thirstycat-cat-fountains/): are considered by many, including many veterinarians, to be the highest quality & easiest to clean cat fountains as well as the most food safe cat fountains you can buy. (Please read the customer reviews.) - [Is Your Cat Water Fountain Slimy?](https://thirstycatfountains.com/pet-fountains-of-plastic-generate-slime/): And if you are finding slime in your cat fountain you almost certainly have a plastic cat fountain. The slime comes from your pets’ mouth and tongue which contain bacteria that adhere to the surfaces of vessels they drink and eat from. It may also be airborne, lands in the fountain water and thrives. Thorough cleaning with hot, soapy water will get rid of this biofilm at first but with use plastic fountains become scratched – no matter how careful you are – and cleaning the bacteria from those scratches is in fact, not possible. Unless you use bleach or some other powerful chemical agent, regularly, and scrub thoroughly, the bacteria will build up, creating an unhealthy environment that can cause a number of ailments for your pet and you. - [Our Two Payment Plan](https://thirstycatfountains.com/our-two-payment-plan/): A ThirstyCat fountain, though an investment that will become quite inexpensive over the many years they last, may still seem out of reach for some. For this reason we have adopted the two payment plan. You pay half initially and can take up to a month to pay the other half. Meanwhile we will take the fountain out of stock and hold it for you. We will ship it to you as soon as you make the other payment. - [Warranties & Policies ​](https://thirstycatfountains.com/policies-2/): We guarantee our fountains to be free of defect in materials and workmanship. If a defect is evident on receiving the fountain or occurs that was not caused by handling, environmental conditions or general accident we will replace or repair the fountain at our expense.  Not covered are damages caused by dropping or banging or any form of mishandling, breakage due to being filled with too hot and or too cold water or from being left out of doors during winter. With proper care the fountain should last a lifetime and is so warranted. ## Products - [Venetian Lace Original Style Cat Water Fountain (10 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/venetian-lace-original-style-cat-water-fountain-10-cup/): The glaze is Ivory with our very intricately incised Venetian Lace motif on the center piece . You might want to enlarge the images for a closer look. You can create a stream by adding a Cat Tap which you can easily swap in and out with the included copper piece. All are antimicrobial. REDUCED due to 2 tiny cosmetic flaws. The one on the outside is hard to see and the one on the underside is not seen. Neither have any effect. Please see the last two images. - [Watertable Original Style Cat Fountain (7 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/watertable-original-style-cat-fountain-7-cup/): A watertable cat drinking fountain in Desert Dawn. Water bubbles up over the top and trickles with gentle water sounds. Adjust the volume as you prefer. Your cats can drink from the bubble-spout, the trickles and the bowl. Excellent for longhair and short-muzzle cats. - [Sky Geyser Original Style Ceramic Cat Fountain (9 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/sky-geyser-original-style-ceramic-cat-fountain-9-cup/): A candle stick style Geyser fountain in our Bright Sky Blue glaze. Your cats will enjoty drinking from the bubble-spout, and the bowl. Very good for longhair and short muzzle cats. - [Twining Vine Original Style Cat Water Fountain (9 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/twining-vine-original-style-cat-water-fountain-9-cup/): A beautiful, ceramic cat fountain or pet drinking fountain of high-fired stoneware ceramics and in-house made glazes. - [Tropical Leaf Original Style Cat Drinking Fountain (9 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/tropical-leaf-original-style-cat-drinking-fountain-9-cup/): The glaze is Bermuda on this simple but charming cat fountain. Your cats can drink from the leaf, the stream and the bowl. Use the ceramic mini-leaf to soften the flow. Great for longhair and short faced cats and faucet lovers, and of course, shorthair cats too. Reduced slightly due to an unnoticed, no effecct 'pinhole' in the glaze. Please see the last image. - [Morning Glory Original Style Cat Drinking Fountain (9 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/morning-glory-original-style-cat-drinking-fountain-9-cup-2/): Our Morning Glory design, here in Blue Dawn and April Blue. Water fills and flows from the blossom. Your cats can drink from the blossom, the stream and the bowl. Great for longhair and short muzzle cats and faucet lovers.. - [Poppy Original Style Cat Drinking Fountain (8 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/poppy-original-style-cat-drinking-fountain-8-cup/): A beautiful poppy in vibrant red with blue-green streaks running down the pedestal - [Fleur de Lis Original Style Cat Water Fountain (10 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/fleur-de-lis-original-style-cat-water-fountain-10-cup/): The glaze is Desert Dawn on the bowl with several glazes for the motif on the center piece, in a Flower bowl. You can create a stream by adding a Cat Tap which you can easily swap in and out with the included copper piece. All are antimicrobial. - [Honey Blossom Original Style Cat Drinking Fountain (10 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/honey-blossom-original-style-cat-drinking-fountain-10-cup/): A beautiful blossom in vibrant Pinks & Yellow with blue-green streaks running down the pedestal. The bowl glaze is Mahogany. - [Fox Original Style Cat Drinking Fountain (11 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/fox-original-style-cat-drinking-fountain-11-cup/): A Red Fox sits a tree stump from which water pours. Everything was sculpted and glaze painted by hand. The fountain bowl glaze is Antique Copper. The stream can be adjusted at the pump. There is a tiny dent on the rim which happened before glazing, is not easily noticed and has no effect. Please see the last image. - [RESERVED for Jeffrey](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/reserved-for-jeffrey/): One spout piazza pump cover in Midnight Blue - [Fluted Geyser Original Style Ceramic Cat Fountain (8 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/fluted-geyser-original-style-ceramic-cat-fountain-8-cup/): An intriguing Geyser fountain in our beautiful Antique Copper with fluting ornamentation on the center piece and a freeform bowl. Your cats will enjoty drinking from the bubble-spout, and the bowl. Very good for longhair and short muzzle cats. - [Mandala Original Style Cat Water Fountain (8 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/mandala-original-style-cat-water-fountain-8-cup/): The glaze is Desert Dawn on the bowl with Vanilla, TigerTail, Gray Hare and Cantelope for the motif on the center piece. You can create a stream by adding a Cat Tap which you can easily swap in and out with the included copper piece. All are antimicrobial. REDUCED because the rim was dinged before firing leaving a slight mark. Please see the last image. - [Zinnia Original Style Cat Water Fountain (6 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/zinnia-original-style-cat-water-fountain-6-cup/): The glaze is Desert Dawn on the bowl with Snapdragon, Purple Haze, Lavender and Fruit of the Vine for the Zinnia motif on the center piece. You can create a stream by adding a Cat Tap which you can easily swap in and out with the included copper piece. All are antimicrobial. - [Oak Original Style Cat Drinking Fountain (9 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/oak-original-style-cat-drinking-fountain-9-cup-2/): An Oak leaf turned to its side streams water into the bowl in our beautiful Mahogany glaze. Your cats can drink from the leaf, the stream and the bowl. Great for longhair and short faced cats and faucet lovers, and of course, shorthair cats will love it too. - [Mahogany Piazza Original Style Ceramic Cat Water Fountain (10 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/mahogany-piazza-original-style-ceramic-cat-water-fountain-10-cup/): A lovely one channel Piazza fountain in a gorgeous rendering of Mahogany. Your cats can drink from the upper basin, the stream and the bowl. Use the ceramic insert for a tranquil upper pool as well as streams or leave it out for a bubble-spout and a stream. Excellent for longhair cats, short muzzle cats and for stream and faucet lovers. - [RESERVED for Kim](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/reserved-for-kim-3/): Enhanced style bubble up in Ebony - [Midnight Piazza Original Style Ceramic cat water (11 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/midnight-piazza-original-style-ceramic-cat-water-11-cup/): A beautiful, two channel Piazza fountain in our Midnight Blue. Your cats can drink from the upper basin, the two streams and the bowl. Use the ceramic insert for a tranquil upper pool as well as streams or leave it out for a bubble-spout and two streams. Excellent for longhair cats, short muzzle cats and for stream and faucet lovers. This fountain does not take the cat taps. REDUCED - We would normally have put this in a Serious Seconds Sale, which we do every few months but as we are so low we are listing it here. The foot stuck to the kiln shelf and a portion broke off and was ground down . Please see the last image. This has no effect and is not easily seen.  - [Watertable Original Style Cat Fountain (9 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/watertable-original-style-cat-fountain-9-cup/): A six sided watertable cat drinking fountain in Dawn. Water bubbles up over the top and trickles with gentle water sounds. Adjust the volume as you prefer. Your cats can drink from the bubble-spout, the trickles and the bowl. Excellent for longhair and short-muzzle cats. - [Hamsa Hand Original Style Cat Drinking Fountain (10 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/hamsa-hand-original-style-cat-drinking-fountain-10-cup/): The Hamsa hand symbol for the center piece of this high capacity cat water fountain is thought throughout the Middle East to provide protection and to bring happiness, luck and health.The glaze is Midnight. You can use the ceramic 'eye' insert to modify the flow or leave it out. REDUCED due to a slight 'ding' in the rim which happened before it was bisqued or glazed. Not readily noticed and has no effect. Please see the last image. - [Starburst Original Style Cat Drinking Fountain (10 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/starburst-original-style-cat-drinking-fountain-10-cup/): The glaze is Dawn on our classic Starburst motif fountain. You can create a stream by adding a Cat Tap which you can easily swap in and out with the included copper piece. All are antimicrobial. - [Waterlily Spray Original Style Ceramic Cat Water Fountain (10 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/waterlily-spray-original-style-ceramic-cat-water-fountain-10-cup/): The glaze is Bright Blue Teal for the freeform bowl with Lavender, Medium Green, Purple Haze, Light Kiwi and Dandelion on the center piece. Water sprays up in three delightful streams which land on the petals and leaves and trickle into the bowl. Or you can run it as a Raised Bubble-up without the spray head.  Great for Longhair and Short-faced cats and for home decor. This fountain does not take either of the Cat Taps. - [Ebony Original Style Cat Drinking Fountain (8 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/ebony-original-style-cat-drinking-fountain-8-cup-4/): A nicely simple bubble-up cat drinking fountain glazed in Ebony. You can create a stream by adding a Cat Tap which you can easily swap in and out with the included copper piece. All are antimicrobial. - [Coracle Original Style Cat Water Fountain (11 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/coracle-original-style-cat-water-fountain-11-cup-3/): Completely handmade cat water fountain or home decor fountain with a spray nozzle - [Dawn Piazza Original Style Ceramic Cat Water Fountain (12 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/dawn-piazza-original-style-ceramic-cat-water-fountain-12-cup/): A lovely one channel Piazza fountain in Dawn. Your cats can drink from the upper basin, the stream and the bowl. Use the ceramic insert for a tranquil upper pool as well as streams or leave it out for a bubble-spout and a stream. Excellent for longhair cats, short muzzle cats and for stream and faucet lovers. - [Nasturtiums Original Style Cat Water Fountain (7 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/nasturtiums-original-style-cat-water-fountain-7-cup/): The glaze is Titanium Green on the bowl with Deep Sienna, Snapdragon, Cantelope and Dandelion for the Nasturtium motif on the center piece. You can create a stream by adding a Cat Tap which you can easily swap in and out with the included copper piece. All are antimicrobial. - [Fluted Delta Original Style Cat Water Fountain (10 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/fluted-delta-original-style-cat-water-fountain-10-cup/): The glaze is Nebula, a deep, dark, rich bluw. Water fills the Delta form and flows from the channel with no splash. Your cats can drink from the Delta, the stream and the bowl. Excellent especially for stream lovers, longhair cats and short-muzzle cats. Shorthairs too. Use the ceramic insert to alter the flow. - [Morning Blossom Enhanced Style Cat Drinking Fountain (10 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/morning-blossom-enhanced-style-cat-drinking-fountain-10-cup/): An elegant fountain with a pretty flower giving a smooth, pleasing stream.  The bowl is in Ebony, the flower is in Dawn. Great for longhair, short muzzle and faucet loving cats (they can drink from the blossom, the stream and the bowl) and very nice for home decor. - [Laurel Original Style Cat Water Fountain (10 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/laurel-enhanced-style-cat-water-fountain-10-cup/): A beautiful, ceramic cat fountain or pet drinking fountain of high-fired stoneware ceramics and in-house made glazes. - [Daffodil Enhanced Style Cat Drinking Fountain (10 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/daffodil-enhanced-style-cat-drinking-fountain-10-cup/): A lovely Daffodil in White and  new style Pink. This is a new design in which the blossom fills then flows onto the petals and streams from the five tips. The bowl is in Ebony. Great for longhair, short muzzle and faucet loving cats (they can drink from the blossom, the stream and the bowl) and wonderful for home decor. - [Saguaro Cactus Original Style Cat Fountain (14 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/saguaro-cactus-original-style-cat-fountain-14-cup/): Completely handmade cat water fountain or home decor fountain with a spray nozzle - [Celtic Knot Enhanced Style Cat Fountain (8 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/celtic-knot-enhanced-style-cat-fountain-8-cup-2/): Our classic Celtic Knot motif in an unusual version of Dawn. For a stream, add an antimicrobial Cat Tap which you can swap in and out with the included straight antimicrobial spout. The bow was wheel thrown then formed into a 'soft square' shape. - [Life Cycle Original Style Cat Water Fountain (8 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/life-cycle-original-style-cat-water-fountain-8-cup/): A beautiful, ceramic cat fountain or pet drinking fountain of high-fired stoneware ceramics and in-house made glazes. - [Felecia Original Style Cat Drinking Fountain (10 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/felecia-original-style-cat-drinking-fountain-10-cup/): A lovely blossom in Bright Sky with the bowl in Midnight. Water fills and flows the central petal in a pleasing stream. Great for longhair, short muzzle and faucet loving cats. They can drink from the blossom, the stream and the bowl. - [Kite Enhanced Style Cat Water Fountain (8 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/kite-enhanced-style-cat-water-fountain-8-cup/): Completely handmade cat water fountain or home decor fountain with a spray nozzle - [Twining Vine Original Style Cat Water Fountain (8 Cup)](https://thirstycatfountains.com/product/twining-vine-original-style-cat-water-fountain-8-cup/): A beautiful, ceramic cat fountain or pet drinking fountain of high-fired stoneware ceramics and in-house made glazes. ## FAQs ## Reviews - [Even The Dog Loves It](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/even-the-dog-loves-it/): I've had my Thirsty Cat fountain for five years. I've always loved how pretty it is, and the calming water sounds it makes, too. It still works as perfectly as the day I got it, and is still a breeze to clean. My cats aren't picky about where they drink water from, and will happily drink from the fountain, or a regular water bowl. However, my dog absolutely loves it. The fountain is her preferred water source. I have to clean it a little more often because of this, but I can attest to the filtration system and pump being able to process and withstand even dog levels of backwash. Really great product, I recommend it to everyone. - [Second Fountain, Fourteen Years Later](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/second-fountain-fourteen-years-later/): Last week a freak accident with a cup broke the rim of our Thirsty Cat fountain that was 14 years old. It probably was due to me asking “who would have guessed this bowl and pump would last this long?” as I was cleaning it a few days before. - [Beautiful Fountains – Exactly as Pictured](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/beautiful-fountains-exactly-as-pictured/): We have the benefit of living a half hour away from the studio where these fountains are made, so we went to see them in person before making the investment. The owner took us around the studio and explained the process of creating these fountains and shared his story of how it all began. It was a difficult decision to choose just one, they are all so absolutely beautiful! Aside from the beauty, it is so much easier to clean than the cheap, square base, plastic fountain that we had prior to this and our cat loves it! After seeing these in person I can attest that they look exactly as pictured online. Truly the highest quality of cat fountains on the market and made in the USA. We highly recommend! - [Beautiful, easy to clean, kitty loves it!](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/beautiful-easy-to-clean-kitty-loves-it/): This fountain is beautifully made, with great attention to detail and function. The makers have provided exhaustive explanations of what kind of fountain works best for your type of kitty. The fountains are little works of art, and my cat drinks from it happily - completely ignores her old water dish now. Chronic low grade dehydration is the cause of many feline ailments, and cats are naturally drawn to running water. I am delighted with my purchase! - [BEST CAT FOUNTAIN EVER!!!](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/best-cat-fountain-ever/): My cat DJ absolutely LOVES his Fountain! I purchased it over a year ago and it's still just as BEAUTIFUL as it was the day I bought it. The Handcrafted work that this couple makes is beyond Incredible. I recently purchased a new cord (due to my own lack of proper use) and they gave me paper and video with very easy instruction on how to replace it! I just can't say enough about ThirstyCatFountains.com. If you want your cat/cats to drink more water, to be healthier and to have a Lifelong Fountain that will last, this is the Company to purchase from. You won't be disappointed. ;) - [10 Years and still flowing strong!](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/10-years-and-still-flowing-strong/): i bought this fountain when i had two cats in TX. life changed, and my new life chapter started without cats. that changed when a big orange boy decided our garage was a great place to hang out. he was obviously used to someone turning on the bathroom faucet for him, as that's where i'd find him whenever he wanted a drink. minor problem, i'd get busy with other things while he was drinking and forget to turn the water off. i remembered having this fountain packed away in storage. got it out. it took a few weeks, but we now have another happy cat and happy cat mom! i'm glad i splurged and bought this fountain when i did. it is timelessly beautiful and functional. - [Buy It For Life!](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/buy-it-for-life/): 8 years ago, I purchased a bubble up fountain with the optional serenity flow accessory. At the time I thought it was a huge splurge, but looking back, I am confident it was well worth every penny. - [Absolutely Love](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/absolutely-love-2/): I wanted to let you know that we absolutely love the sunflower fountain we purchased recently! - [Senior Cat Loves It](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/senior-cat-loves-it/): My senior cat loves it! We are always trying to get him to drink more and haven’t had much luck with other fountains, but he immediately went to this one and drank. - [It’s a game changer on how much water they drink](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/its-a-game-changer-on-how-much-water-they-drink/): I want to start by saying my cats have loved this fountain. It’s a game changer on how much water they drink and I’ve been generally very happy with the purchase. I plan on buying a second one once I move into my new home. - [6 months and everything is working great](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/6-months-and-everything-is-working-great/): I bought a water fountain earlier this year (order #1152207) and my kitties have absolutely loved it! It's been six months and everything is working great. - [A Godsend](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/a-godsend/): Your fountain was a godsend for Millie this past spring! She and her sister Luna love it- and interestingly each have their own preferences for how they drink out of it. Millie laps at the bubbling top and Luna is an outta-the-bowl girl We would like to add another fountain and are smitten by the 8 cup Mahogony Geyser below. Julie - [Kitty Loves](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/kitty-loves/): I knew she would love the fountain. She drinks from the spout,& took right to it. - [Beautiful, Functional, Will Last A Lifetime](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/beautiful-functional-will-last-a-lifetime/): I think that the fountains sold by your store are beautiful, functional, and will last my kittens their lifetime which is why I ended up purchasing!!! My girls love it so far and I have noticed both of them drinking more and playing in the water. As stated before I would like to purchase another fountain, just waiting for a design that speaks to me enough that I would love looking at it and taking care of it for the next decade. - [Absolutely Love](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/absolutely-love/): I wanted to let you know that we absolutely love the sunflower fountain we purchased recently! - [Big Hit!](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/big-hit/): Just received our fountain yesterday and it is a big hit already! 2 of our 3 boys pictured here (Tyke and Koki) are enjoying. They are both senior cats with kidney issues so hydration is number 1 on my list. These boys are adopted from our friend Roeann and her cattery in 2012. Love them!! - [Note of appreciation](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/note-of-appreciation/): I just wanted to send a note of appreciation and our review of the Nantucket fountain purchased in November of 2022. My cat Bug and I have really enjoyed it now for many years and it still looks beautiful in our kitchen and is working perfectly three years on. Thank you for creating and sharing your unique bespoke ceramic fountains —they are truly a gift to the world for cat parents and cats alike. Thank you for all you do! Wishing you all the best, Sarah and Bug - [Quality product. Cats love it.](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/quality-product-cats-love-it/): I purchased a bubble up fountain 10 months ago. Top quality, very quiet and far superior to the stainless fountain I originally bought (and tossed because of the noise). Seems a bit pricey but definitely worth the money. My cats (originally three, now six) all love it. Even my 12 oz. kitten uses it and the bowl is almost as tall as she is. I had a problem with the feet coming off, but using a little silicon sealant as an adhesive fixed that. I'll be buying another in the near future. NOTE from ThirstyCats. If the bumper feet come off (and they usually do not), we're happy to send you additional at no cost. - [Thirsty Cat Fountains are the Best](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/thirsty-cat-fountains-are-the-best/): We bought one many years ago and never had a problem with it our cats love it I just bought a new one just a few days ago only because I broke the one we had while cleaning it the new one works perfectly thanks again for such a quality product . - [He has been drinking exclusively from Thirsty Cat Fountains since we adopted him.](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/he-has-been-drinking-exclusively-from-thirsty-cat-fountains-since-we-adopted-him/): Today, Myles celebrates his 9th birthday. - [My senior cat loves it!](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/my-senior-cat-loves-it/): We are always trying to get him to drink more and haven’t had much luck with other fountains, but he immediately went to this one and drank. - [I love my fountain!](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/i-love-my-fountain/): My cats haven't stopped drinking from it! - [Best Cat Fountain](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/best-cat-fountain/): After searching for a cat fountain that was both functional and aesthetically pleasing, I was thrilled to come across this shop! I had previously tried other fountains and, while some were decent, all had limitations. My goal was to find one in a style that all the cats would use, had a food-safe finish, was easy to clean, and, preferably, looked pretty. Here it is! This piece does double duty as a cat fountain and home decor. All the cats love the style and actually use it. Plus, I find desktop fountains relaxing, so I also enjoy watching it. It is a piece of ceramic art that caters to both cats and humans. I love that the shop prioritizes food-safe materials. Also, I contacted them once regarding my order and their customer service was excellent. I already want to get more of these fountains for other parts of the house! - [5 Stars Kitty Approved!](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/5-stars-kitty-approved/): We've had our ThirstyCat Fountain for 4-5 years now, and it's still going strong! Due to my heavy handed scrubbing once per month, the glaze is starting to get thin in some areas, but it's still perfectly functional & beautiful. Our 5 cats prefer the fountain over any other water bowl we've ever provided. As you can see in the photo, one of our cats, 'Milo', especially loves his bubble up drinking fountain! You won't find a better built cat fountain anywhere, that lasts for many years, and is absolutely adored by your kitty family! THANK YOU Keith & Jackie!!! - [2 beautiful cats, 2 beautiful fountains](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/2-beautiful-cats-2-beautiful-fountains/): When I decided to get a cat, I got a plastic fountain. I was ok with it, but it was huge and my one cat was a tiny girl. I had a neighbor with several pets so I gave it to her and got another plastic fountain. FULL of corners, tall, never got it clean. I didn't know what to do. I don't remember how I found this site. And swallowed a few times over the prices. But I ordered a small purple bubble up. My little old lady was attracted to to all the fountains, no problem. And then one day I dropped her food dish right on the fountain! She was sick and soon thereafter was confined to my bed. So I gave her all her water in a dish til I put her down. But I knew I wanted to get another cat and one day. browsing the site I saw a beautiful little fountain. I think it was intended to be an essential oil diffuser. But it had a small, straight-sided bowl that I thought would be hard to break accidently. So I bought it. And when I got my next cat, I already had a fountain for her. She had no problems with it either. I have always given my cats the same filtered water I drink. But I have very hard water and do have a problem with calcium deposits on my fountain. I soak it in vinegar to get them off. - [Exquisite](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/exquisite/): Beautiful , high quality craftsmanship. Amazing customer support. It feels as though good hearted people are creating these precious fountains to gift to our precious kitties. Very easy to clean and I can now serve fresh spring water to circulate. My adult cat loves the fountain stream to drink from and it’s at the perfect height. It’s quiet trickling water noise is soothing and I can adjust the flow of water from the pump. My cat loves it and it makes his feeding area more elegant. I am grateful to have discovered this amazing and unique establishment that creates safe and beautiful water fountains. - [Absolutely gorgeous](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/absolutely-gorgeous/): This is our second fountain and the color is stunning. The quality of work is outstanding and my 3 cats love it! Simply the best!! - [My cat’s love their fountain!](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/my-cats-love-their-fountain/): I've owned my Thirsty Cat Fountain for several years now, and it's still going strong! (a testament to it's high quality). Cleaning it is simple & usually takes less than 10 minutes. With human grade ceramic glaze,- I never have to worry that there is any harmful chemicals leaching into my pet's water. (any vet will tell you to avoid using plastic vessels to feed or water your pets) We have 6 cats and this fountain has become a necessity in our home for their health and happiness. All of that said, it's also gorgeous! Guests always comment about how pretty & quiet our running fountain is. - [Beautiful fountain!](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/beautiful-fountain-2/): I ordered this fountain Monday and it has arrived today, Friday! Packaged wonderfully & secure, very happy with the purchase so far. Though the investment is real, I do love that it's hand-made by artisans, and built to last a LONG time. Plus, I just love pottery & it's a gorgeous piece!! I've washed the bowl & pump cover, added water and plugged it in. The pump is SUPER quiet, btw, barely noticeable...truly!! Now we wait to see if my 3 furbabies will take to it, fingers crossed! Thanks for making these here is the good ol USA! - [Everything I wanted and more](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/everything-i-wanted-and-more/): I had been researching different pet fountains for several months but there was something wrong with all of the them. I knew plastic was not good for kitties and most fountains on the market either had too many parts, they quit working too soon or weren't able to be cleaned thoroughly. I also knew that ceramic was the way to go but I could never find one that was right until I accidentally came across Thirsty Cat Fountains during my research. - [Not Just For Cats, Parrot Approved](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/not-just-for-cats-parrot-approved/): Our cats and parrots love this fountain. Excellent service and fast delivery. - [Great Customer Service](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/great-customer-service/): I have six fountains from thirsty cat fountains. One of my fountains was 10 years old and I needed to replace the pump. I also had the ceramic cord cover and needed to get a new one made to match mine. I sent an email and within one day I had a response. Within two weeks they had custom made a ceramic cord cover and sent me a new pump. Did not charge me for getting a new cord cover. I went to the website and on the FAQ It gives instructions on how to install a new pump with video and it was very helpful. These fountains are amazing. I've never had any problems and the only reason this cord needed to be replaced is because I'd used it so much it started become loose. Thank you so much for a great product and super fast service. Allison - [5+ Years and still works](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/5-years-and-still-works/): I bought my cat fountain at least 5 years ago, and only recently has the pump started to act up. I came on this site and see that they have replacements for a very reasonable price but they also offer troubleshooting advice, which shows integrity. This has got to be the best purchase I have made for any animal... ever! I will let you know if the troubleshooting works, but none-the-less this fountain, and the company, deserves 5 stars! - [Amazing Customer Service!](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/amazing-customer-service/): I purchased a thirsty cat fountain last year and I could not be happier with the fountain! It is attractive, easy to clean, and my kitties love it! Just recently, my husband broke the leaf cord cover. I immediately contacted Jackie to find out if I could order a replacement leaf cord cover. Jackie and her wonderful team at Thirsty Cat Fountains went out of their way to send me two new leaf cord covers. Outstanding customer service!! I highly recommend purchasing a fountain from Thirsty Cat Fountains! I definitely intend to purchase another fountain. Thank you again Jackie! - [Ooops!](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/ooops/): I ordered a fountain for my recently rescued, four year old, companion and magic happened. To explain, I beg your indulgence, but I really have to start this story at the very beginning. I got Zen from a TNR rescue that realized this particular cat should never have been put out side, he just was too passive to remain in the feral colony. He looked a bit ragged, but who wouldn’t after spending months around other cat’s bullying. When I got him back home, he took one look around and went to lay with my husband who was very ill at the time. He blended in perfectly, and his devotion to my husband during a difficult time was wonderful to see. Unfortunately, my husband passed away this past December, and Zen and I both went into a spin. I noticed he was off his food and his water intake was dropping. I researched all kinds of remedies, to get kitties to drink more and fountains were at the top of the list. Thirsty Cat Fountains was one of the companies I researched and their reviews were excellent:great workmanship, easy to clean, etc. so I ordered a small fountain, for one cat and it arrived a few days later. And that’s when the music stopped. Instead of my small bubbler fountain, I opened up to a very large, blue fountain,nothing like I ordered. I got back to the company, sent a picture, and asked what happened. They told my it was a mix up and my fountain was on its was to someone in California who probably was not going to be happy when they saw the difference in size. I figured it was lost forever in UPS hell. Since each of these fountains are singular creations, the service team jumped into action to find mine. Call me initially cynical, help desks in a lot of major companies are pits of frustration and despair. Not here. They found my fountain by tracking it thru UPS, redirected it to my house, sent me a label to return the wrong fountain back to them. Got my fountain, it’s just lovely, and I found a company that goes out of their way to provide a very good product, even when it’s on its way somewhere else. My cat, he is loving his fountain….he is totally back to being Zen. Thanks for all your help with this - [Fancy Fountain](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/fancy-fountain/): It took my cat awhile before he start drinking the water fountain like 3 months. Look at him now, he loves it. The fountain looks so fancy, easy to clean and good customer service! Thank you so much! - [Simply Great](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/simply-great/): I purchased my ThirstyCat fountain after searching for one that: a) my cat would use; b) was beautiful as well as practical; and c) had fewer parts and was easy to clean. The ceramic fountain checks all the boxes. I took a picture of my cat drinking from it and sent it to my bff, another cat person, who texted "it's beautiful." It is, but more: it's easy to clean. The previous brand, while functional, required removal of a rubber gasket and had a mechanism made up of several plastic parts. Putting it back together after cleaning was a nightmare and replacement filters were costly. My ThirstyCat is simple and to the point. I delight every time I see Whisper drinking from it (she seems delighted, too). Thank you for a well-designed, elegant product priced right with excellent customer support. Bravo! - [Thirsty Dog](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/thirsty-dog/): We discovered Thirsty Cat fountains several years ago. I was looking for hand made cat fountains to give my cats an additional water source that they would not need to share with the dogs. - [Beautiful Fountains](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/beautiful-fountains/): I have two ThirstyCat Fountains. I bought the green one when my cat Amethyst was just a kitten, 10 years ago. She thought it was funny to take the water bowl and slide it across the wood floor and watch the water slosh out. I know all cats should have water fountains. So I did my research and looked for a heavy ceramic one that she couldn't slide across the floor. In my research, I found ThirstyCat Fountains. I loved them all immediately. I settled on this green one which matches my living room and dining room. A couple of years later, I bought a yellow one to match my home office. I always use bottled or filtered water. I clean them both every 10 days without fail soaking the bowl and the motor in white vinegar. I have alerts on my calendar so I don't forget! I have never had any lime or hard water build up or deposits, Both look brand new. If I didn't think the sound of the water would keep me awake, I'd get one of the purple ones to match my bedroom. The photo is Amethyst washing her paws in the fountain. I volunteer for a cat rescue and when someone adopts a cat or kitten, I always send them a link to the ThirstyCat Fountain website. - [Perfect cat fountain!](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/perfect-cat-fountain/): I wanted to purchase a cat fountain for a while but hadn’t because of being concerned about the safety of the materials used to make them. Then I found the Thirsty Cat Fountain website. I feel like I hit the jackpot. Not only did I find a US based company that strives to make every aspect of their fountains as safe as possible for cats, each one is handmade, unique and extremely beautiful too! I found the information on their website very helpful. I did email a couple of questions that I had and I received a quick response. The fountain I chose was perfectly packaged with care and was shipped quickly. The fountain is even more beautiful in person and the instructions are thorough and easy to follow. I haven’t decided exactly where I am going to keep the fountain yet but as you can see from the picture, one of my cats has already started drinking from it right where it is now. I will spread the word to my friends about this wonderful company and their gorgeous safe cat fountains! - [Great birthday gift!](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/great-birthday-gift/): This is the second fountain we have purchased from Thristy Cats. Got this for Rigby's 7th Birthday! Such great products. Very well made and a great many options to choose from. Professional, friendly service. Packaged securely, with lots of care to ensure it arrived safely. Thanks so much! - [Grateful](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/grateful/): I saved my Tilly 2 years ago & did not plan on having another pet after my Kelli. I help save feral cats, do TNR to keep feral colonies down. The area I live is high crime it seems alot of pets are dumped etc. and in Nov. 2021 a female feral(Whitey) I believe brought 3 month old now Tilly to me. Tilly ran to my foot and I could not give her up. It seems Tuxedo cats are definately diffetent and she is very, very testy‍⬛. She tore up Catit fountain after awhile & I wanted USA product. I can't even begin to express how pleased I am with ThirstyCat! I am so grateful for you all and all you do, your craftmanship and super help when I called. Yes Jackie thank you so much! My Miss Tilly is using her new fountain thank goodness. I just did not want to worry so much about her not hydrating and am happy she is drinking. You all are great and glad I found you - [New Fountain](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/new-fountain/): I received my new fountain and it is a big hit with my cats! They drank and played in the water for awhile. I did my research and located your company and I am very pleased with the quality and the customer service. It is a great center piece to look at in addition to being a cat's fountain. Thank you for your fine work and being made in the USA! - [Outstanding product, outstanding business, outstanding people](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/outstanding-product-outstanding-business-outstanding-people/): I just ordered a second fountain because this product is simply second to none. I've had a few other fountains from competitors, but none even come close to the quality and craftsmanship of this one. There's nothing about it I don't like. If you live nearby (or even three hours away), a visit to the studio is absolutely worth your time. It's an outstanding product, an outstanding business, and they're outstanding people. All three of my cats drink from the fountain, but my old lady cat loves it. She refuses to stay in the bedroom overnight, but when I open the door in the morning, she rushes in for a drink. There's plenty of water available elsewhere, but she wants THIS water. Cats are weird, but they deserve nice water fountains like these. Except Rudy. Most days, he does not deserve nice things, but he gets them anyway. - [My Mimzy girl loves her fountain](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/my-mimzy-girl-loves-her-fountain/): My Mimzy (cat) was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and probable renal disease. That and with the vaccines the vet gave her she went downhill fast. I always add water to her wet foods but still she got skinnier. I ordered a fountain on a Friday evening and these wonderful and compasionate folks had it on my doorstep very, very quickly. She loves it and is doing much better. Thank you for caring. - [Surpassed Expectations](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/surpassed-expectations/): I'm not big on words, but would you look at this! It's absolutely beautiful. Jackie and Keith went so far above my expectations. I wanted a fountain in pink and they delivered! I expected additional fees as this was a custom request, but nope. I am so happy with everything. The communication, updates, and fountain itself. My two cats love it, and no longer beg at the bathroom or kitchen sinks. They constantly drink water now, and most importantly, had no issue adapting to the new fountain. They even sit and watch the fountain; the sound is so relaxing once you get used to it. It is so easy to take care of, and DOES NOT get slimy like the plastic or even metal ones I'd purchased in the past. I am so happy I found you, through a suggestion on Reddit! - [Excellent fountain](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/excellent-fountain/): Jackie is one of the most caring, helpful e-commerce shop owner with whom I have ever dealt. She thinks of every little detail to help her customers. I highly recommend their pet fountains, and I love that they are made in the US by Keith. - [Beautiful fountain and my cat loves it!](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/beautiful-fountain-and-my-cat-loves-it/): I recently adopted a 2 year old rag doll and wanted to get her a water fountain to keep her healthy, since I know getting enough water is so important for a cats urinary health. I spent days researching different fountains. I did not want a plastic one due to the bacteria it can breed. I decided on a stainless or ceramic one . I went on the hunt for one that was NOT made in China as I was concerned with quality and safety standards and only wanted the best for my cat. This was an almost impossible task!. I was so happy when I came across this site and really liked what I read about the quality and care that goes into these fountains. I was so excited to learn that I could order one even though I live in Canada. Yes these fountains are a little pricy compared to traditional cat fountains, but they are a beautiful piece of artwork that I am proud to display in my home. I find the gentle stream peaceful to listen to. I wasn't sure if my new cat would like a fountain, but decided to take a chance. I am so glad I did. The entire process of buying from Jackie and Keith was fantastic. The communication was excellent, from selecting the fountain I wanted and sending me the tracking number for the delivery so I would know when it arrived. It came SO well packaged and I could tell lots of tender loving care went into making sure it was well protected along its journey to me. I am so happy with this fountain. It is beautiful and my rag doll loves to drink from it now. It did take her a few days to warm up to it. I put it on the lowest trickle to start with like the website instructions recommended. I am very happy with my purchase and I strongly recommend this company. Thank you Jackie and Keith! - [Great! Rigby loves it!](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/great-rigby-loves-it/): We purchased this for our lovely tabby Rigby Ashes this Christmas. She is fascinated by it and hopefully it will continue to encourage her to drink more. Being as cats prefer their water to be kept in a different location than their food, it is working out very well. Very professional service. Packaged and delivered very well. Thank you so much. - [Gorgeous Fountain](https://thirstycatfountains.com/review/gorgeous-fountain/): I recently purchased a Thirsty cat fountain. I love the fact that is so quiet. My cat would not go near the cat fountain that I purchased 3 weeks before getting this fountain. 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