I have a blind friend who wants a cat. Would they be able to go a week without needing to add water? What about if they also had the 70 oz reservoir?
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Im not sure however if the water gets to low the pump could short out or overheat. Then i would be concerned about a fire or electrical shock to the cat. I have the big max and i have 7 cats so i put a half gallon of water in my fountain every morning.
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Yes if filled to the top it should be fine. Our cat has it filled one a week without issues. It's loud if out of water so you would know when water is needed.
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It would most likely be ok but if it gets to low, you take the chance of burning up the pump. I use bottled water in mine. It might help to have a jug of water next to the dish and your friend could feel how low the water is and add some when needed. I don't have the reservoir.
172152
I would put in a teaspoon full in 8 oz. It says on the bottle how much to use. I do notice that if I put too much in the cats notice the taste.
574885
You can put it in their water dish - some say their cats enjoyed the taste. Mine did not. We had some transferred aggression issues and I wanted to know if the cat was getting any. I gave it in a small syringe like you would medicine. Be aware, it does contain alcohol and some have concerned about that. My vet ok'd it's use and I did see a calming effect. Good luck!!
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3 weeks is too long a time for any cat (and what about water?)!! Please don't do that! You should only leave a cat alone for no more than 3 days. Then have someone check in and make sure the water bowl is cleaned and filled and the food dispensor is okay (it should not need to be changed too ofen). They also can check if the cat seems to be okay... not injured or sick. When I go on trips, I board my cat. I went around town and found the best place I could. It is not as expensive as boarding a dog, but we still budget for this cost. It is worth it to know he is cared for, is safe and gets attention (and they watch for any medical issues) 3 weeks is too long a time for any cat (and what about water?)!! Please don't do that! You should only leave a cat alone for no more than 3 days. Then have someone check in and make sure the water bowl is cleaned and filled and the food dispensor is okay (it should not need to be changed too ofen). They also can check if the cat seems to be okay... not injured or sick. When I go on trips, I board my cat. I went around town and found the best place I could. It is not as expensive as boarding a dog, but we still budget for this cost. It is worth it to know he is cared for, is safe and gets... » Read More 3 weeks is too long a time for any cat (and what about water?)!! Please don't do that! You should only leave a cat alone for no more than 3 days. Then have someone check in and make sure the water bowl is cleaned and filled and the food dispensor is okay (it should not need to be changed too ofen). They also can check if the cat seems to be okay... not injured or sick. When I go on trips, I board my cat. I went around town and found the best place I could. It is not as expensive as boarding a dog, but we still budget for this cost. It is worth it to know he is cared for, is safe and gets attention (and they watch for any medical issues) « Show Less
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Perhaps you've never seen a bone because you need glasses. Your criticism was unwarranted, very one is entitled to their opinion. I stand behind my initial comments since you seem to be a manufacture's plant. The food is dry, there was never, ever a puddle of liquid after opening a new can and spooned on a plate. I don't leave open cans of cat food for a week as you seem to do because you know the results. Perhaps my shipment was old food to be begin with. To each their own and I will not purchase Tiki cat again since my cats do not like it.
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I would add no more than a capful per gallon of water in the tank for starters. Maybe 2 capfuls if you are dealing with strong animal urine orders, particularly cats.
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This is a great idea....my 2 cats drink more water since I purchased this product 2 years ago. One of my cats had a bladder infection; however, since I bought this fountain no more problems. Sometimes, I place ice cubes in the water - during the summer. They love to touch and water the ice cubes float. Great product...I can leave for a week and not worry about my cats having sufficient water supply.
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The instructions say, I believe, to clean it once a week. I think that is unrealistic. I'm lucky, or my cats are lucky, if I clean it once a month. I use distilled water so there is no mineral build-up. And I bought the cleaning brush set, which helps. But the whole process is a pain.It's worth it, though, because the fountain does get the cats to drink more, stay better hydrated, and healthier. One cat is doing much better with her cystitis. They also look awfully cute drinking from the fountain. I have other versions with more defined streams, which the cats like even better.
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This is intended for cats, or a small dog. You have to refill the reservoir more often for a dog.
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We picked the size based on the amount of water our cat drinks. But we change the water about once every 5 days but most of the time he has drank most of the water in about 5 days. He loves his water station. There is one thing about the water station. It can not be completely filled. Most of the time after filling it, the level is about 60%. I do not know if all 3 sizes each holds 1 gallon of water. It beats using our old cat water bowl. We had to fill old bowl 2 times a day.
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Water would be a bad idea; just stick to dry food. It would really surprise me if a cat were able to pull off a cylinder. The large tube size is mostly to keep the food out of easy reach. You don't have to fill the tubes to the top, and I doubt that many people fill them. We distribute the food so that all of the tubes have some food, and the food is as physically low as possible. The whole point is slowing down the cat.
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That is a hard question to answer, as cats can be specific about their water consumption, and some require consistent replacement. The advantage that this water fountain might have for your specific situation is that it does not give cats direct access to the reservoir. The water actually cascades down a center bezel piece shaped like an umbrella and falls through a filter back into the basin where the water is stored.
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I put a smidge less than a teaspoon in all three cat's food once a day. Then I isolate the psychotic tortie until she finishes hers. None of them will drink water if I add anything to it. I think they are all coping better than without it.
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Personally I wouldn't think there would be any problem as long as you use the heavy duty cords such as one uses to run Christmas lights. We don't need to use such a cord due to our set-up. The unit has been purring right along and the outdoor kitties enjoy having water available. I am conforted as a caregiver as well.
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If you lost power while you were gone, or if the fountain stopped working for any reason, your cat would be without water unless you leave another accessible bowl of water. As long as you have a backup plan, you would probably be fine for a couple of days. We have 3 cats now, but when we had only 1 we only needed to refill about every 3-4 days.
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I've let it go 2-3 days without it running completely out of water (1 cat), but usually add about a quart every other day. It holds more than it appears to.
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No I don't think so I have 3 cats and I need to refill it about every 3 days