What is the difference between Small and Cat versions of CleanFlow Water Filter and Reservoir?
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I actually just called the company and they said there is no difference between the two models. They just market them differently for those people who have small dogs or cats. So go with the cheaper one (small version)!
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The only difference is price. I bought the cat first and then the small because it was cheaper. The products are identical and use the same filter.
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It appears they are the same. I found the following page:K&H CleanFlow Water Filter with Reservoir, Small, 1.3 GallonHope this helps. (and my cats really do drink more water).
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You probably don't need the extra filtration, but without the filters, I imagine the water pressure within the fountain would be too great, and it would end up spurting water everywhere. Just a guess. However, on another note, I returned this fountain because the pump housing imparts a strong chemical odor to the water that even I noticed. My cat wouldn't go near it.
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Purchase a new pump at their website http://www.khpet.com/cleanflow-water-filter-pump.html
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Those who said "by the side" "as long as it is below the water level" are correct. On the one hand, a simple siphon (1 tube) has more flow the lower it is. OTOH, the higher a pump needs to elevate the water (in a 1 tube device) the more power it needs. It is difficult to "restart" cannister filters that sit next to tanks, but the flow is the same.
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The water goes just above the rim when it is first turned on. The amount of 'dirt' in the water and on the filter makes a difference as to how high the water goes. I clean my regularly to keep the water flow moving. I have lots of kitties drinking out of it. They like to 'play' with the water which gets it dirty.
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Personally I would look at the filter to judge how often I need to change the filter. I have only one cat that drinks out of the fountain and find I only need to change it every 1 1/2 months. It helps if you remove any hair that is trapped on the side of the pump (there is grillwork on one side of the pump that catches any loose particulate in the well of the fountain) change the water once a week if your cats don't empty it by then.
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You need the pump set to filter in order to clean the pool; circulation by-passes the filter and recirculates unfiltered water. I find that mine works very well, but I also have the 2650gph pump. A small pump likely won't have the flow capacity.
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Yes, I bought it because my cat always turned the water container over, he can't this one. It is easy to clean, and you just throw the old filters out. I haven't had any problem with it and have had it for some time now.
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I don't know anything about a Cat Mate Fountain. I just had the Petmate Fresh Flow Fountain\. Just Like the one on the front of the filter pkg, on the right. And of course, these are the filters I ordered for that. Unfortunately, the fountain stopped working and I now have a Catit Fresh and Clear Fountain.
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See this other model instead: 3M Filtrete 3US-PS01 Undersink Water Filtration System Slight differences in filtration but does use existing faucet and doesn't reduce water flow.
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Both the fountain and filters are easy to clean. This is a great way to help your kitty or small dog to want to drink more water. It is also very quiet as long as the water level is high enough. I clean everything once a week and change filter once a month. Great investment in pet health!!
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Your question is a good one, but if you own a Petmate™ Petflow water fountain, there's nothing to worry about.They fit in the slot made for it in the unit.Per your request, I checked the packaging, & there wasn't a printed measurement of the filters.But, I measured one for you, & they seem to be 4 1/2" in length, by 2 1/2" in width.I hope that helps. ;o)
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I also have an older pool built in 1974 with a 3/4 Hp pump and 1 1/2" pipes. This will allow you to move more water thru your pool with less filter flow restrictions. I also love it as I can sometimes go months between filter cleans as opposed to a small or undersized filter. I have an 18k pool myself
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The one I have is used for 3 cats. I have to refill it once a week. I am also not sure if the one i bought was 3.5 gallons. I think mine is smaller. I do however love the brand.
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Yes they are the same filter. We use the smaller one for our fifth wheel. The water tester they send with the smaller one is a bit chincey. It does pour better than the larger one though. Irregardless of the size, the water tastes great.
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The Marineland Filter has "two" filters. A Carbon media filter, which I use the most. It filters dirt and "crud" out of the water (we use it for turtles, they can be very dirty) keeping it clean for a longer time. The second filter is what they call a micron filter. I have only used it once, but it also cleans the water (actually "polishes it" if that's possible). But, because we have turtles I find the carbon filter is my favorite.
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The package states they fit all Fresh Flow fountains by Petmate. We have the Deluxe Fresh Flow, and this filter looks different than the ones we used to buy when the fountain was newer, but they fit and work well. Hope this helps.