Size of the "Big Max Fountain" I already ordered it because of all the good reviews and the raindrop design had comments about the top being able to be pushed off. I was just wondering is the big max small enough for a cat to actually reach the flowing water, not the bowl but the actual waterfall??? The cat is a little over weight but small in actual size. I'm hoping she can reach the actual stream because that is what she seems to like. Not many pictures or videos so I ordered it not knowing how big it is and just now thought about it, I just saw all these good reviews with cat owners! Size of the "Big Max Fountain" I already ordered it because of all the good reviews and the raindrop design had comments about the top being able to be pushed off. I was just wondering is... » Read More Size of the "Big Max Fountain" I already ordered it because of all the good reviews and the raindrop design had comments about the top being able to be pushed off. I was just wondering is the big max small enough for a cat to actually reach the flowing water, not the bowl but the actual waterfall??? The cat is a little over weight but small in actual size. I'm hoping she can reach the actual stream because that is what she seems to like. Not many pictures or videos so I ordered it not knowing how big it is and just now thought about it, I just saw all these good reviews with cat owners! « Show Less
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The size of the Big Max is 12.5" H x 12.5" Wx4.75" D It holds 128oz of water and the product itself weighs 3.2 lbs without water. Where the water comes out is raised so you should not have a problem with your cat being able to drink from where the water flows out. If you have any other questions please feel free to email us at Tina@pioneerpet.com
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I was wondering the same thing. I have limited space next to a door in the kitchen. I found these dimensions on another site:4½"H x 12"W x 14¾"D. It seems pretty low, so maybe those are inaccurate.
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My cats had no problem at all - and they enjoyed it being oversized because they could approach it from their own favorite angle. Cats, you know...
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I've been wondering that too ... 128 oz of water is a whole gallon, so it's got to be pretty good size. I have two big cats, but was wondering where I could put it because I don't think it will fit on my bathroom counter! Guess I will order and find out.
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I have the stainless steel fountain and I love it. The base is very wide and I think it would be hard to tip, HOWEVER, I KNOW how tricky cats can be, so if I were you I would buy the ceramic one - it's more expensive, but ceramic is very heavy and I think kitty would be hard-pressed to be able to tip that one over.
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I'm not quite sure what you mean about too, but I have 10 cats drinking from the fountain and refill daily. Completely take it apart once a week and wash with white vinegar then rinse with water, I run warm water through the sponge and wipe down other non submersible parts and put it all back together... I've had mine a few months now and by cleaning weekly I've found it keeps it working properly and it doesn't slow down. Compared to others on the market, this is the easiest to clean and operate and aside from being stylish compared to the plastic ones out there that burn out within a month, I highly recommend this one.. Well worth the money! The maintenance is super quick and easy! I'm not quite sure what you mean about too, but I have 10 cats drinking from the fountain and refill daily. Completely take it apart once a week and wash with white vinegar then rinse with water, I run warm water through the sponge and wipe down other non submersible parts and put it all back together... I've had mine a few months now and by cleaning weekly I've found it keeps it working properly and it doesn't slow down. Compared to others on the market, this is the easiest to clean and operate and aside from being stylish compared to the plastic ones out there that burn out within a... » Read More I'm not quite sure what you mean about too, but I have 10 cats drinking from the fountain and refill daily. Completely take it apart once a week and wash with white vinegar then rinse with water, I run warm water through the sponge and wipe down other non submersible parts and put it all back together... I've had mine a few months now and by cleaning weekly I've found it keeps it working properly and it doesn't slow down. Compared to others on the market, this is the easiest to clean and operate and aside from being stylish compared to the plastic ones out there that burn out within a month, I highly recommend this one.. Well worth the money! The maintenance is super quick and easy! « Show Less
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I found mine on here and it has worked out for me and my three cats you may need to buy three for you dogs. I fill them up every three weeks but with dogs you will have to see how they drink to do there. I love mine and I love the water one also got it so when I go on vacation just fill and don't have any worrys. I hope this will help you
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I have a 16 pound maine coon boy. This is really too small for him ( of course he is the one who most wants to use it). The ladder leads up, and into the cubby box, which is very small, with small openings. He cannot fit into it, he can sense it is too small. Technically going through the cubby is how the cat is supposed to gain access to the platforms/ other levels as well. The circular platforms are about the size of a small pizza. The most a large cat can do is sit/ perch. There is not enough room for them to lay down/ chill out. I would recommend this for cats under 10 lbs. Its the right size for my 8-9 lbs siamese. I have a 16 pound maine coon boy. This is really too small for him ( of course he is the one who most wants to use it). The ladder leads up, and into the cubby box, which is very small, with small openings. He cannot fit into it, he can sense it is too small. Technically going through the cubby is how the cat is supposed to gain access to the platforms/ other levels as well. The circular platforms are about the size of a small pizza. The most a large cat can do is sit/ perch. There is not enough room for them to lay down/ chill out. I would recommend this for cats under 10 lbs. Its the... » Read More I have a 16 pound maine coon boy. This is really too small for him ( of course he is the one who most wants to use it). The ladder leads up, and into the cubby box, which is very small, with small openings. He cannot fit into it, he can sense it is too small. Technically going through the cubby is how the cat is supposed to gain access to the platforms/ other levels as well. The circular platforms are about the size of a small pizza. The most a large cat can do is sit/ perch. There is not enough room for them to lay down/ chill out. I would recommend this for cats under 10 lbs. Its the right size for my 8-9 lbs siamese. « Show Less
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I have 3 cats and I add water daily. They also have another water dish. They do have larger fountains that you can get.
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It is pretty big, around the size of a dinner plate and it also is kind of noisy, depending where you put it. It is a good size for the size dog you have, I think. I originally got it for my cats because it is really hard to get a pet fountain that is not plastic! It was ind of big for them, so I use it for my dogs, who are both around 50 lbs. The nice thing about it being noisy is it makes racket when water is running low. So yes for dogs, no for cats lol
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I have used this gate for years and any fairly nimble cat can DEFINITELY jump it. Even my highest jumping dog couldn't clear it, but none of my 3 cats (even my older, lazy one) has had a problem jumping it when they want to. The cats usually jump to the top and stand there and then jump down. The top bar is only about 3/4 of an inch wide but that is plenty for most cats to stand on. However, I don't think there are many grown cats that could fit through the bars - the widest gap is less than 2.5 inches. None of my adult cats can go through the bars (smallest is 9 pounds), but a kitten could certainly get through. I have used this gate for years and any fairly nimble cat can DEFINITELY jump it. Even my highest jumping dog couldn't clear it, but none of my 3 cats (even my older, lazy one) has had a problem jumping it when they want to. The cats usually jump to the top and stand there and then jump down. The top bar is only about 3/4 of an inch wide but that is plenty for most cats to stand on. However, I don't think there are many grown cats that could fit through the bars - the widest gap is less than 2.5 inches. None of my adult cats can go through the bars (smallest is 9 pounds), but a kitten could... » Read More I have used this gate for years and any fairly nimble cat can DEFINITELY jump it. Even my highest jumping dog couldn't clear it, but none of my 3 cats (even my older, lazy one) has had a problem jumping it when they want to. The cats usually jump to the top and stand there and then jump down. The top bar is only about 3/4 of an inch wide but that is plenty for most cats to stand on. However, I don't think there are many grown cats that could fit through the bars - the widest gap is less than 2.5 inches. None of my adult cats can go through the bars (smallest is 9 pounds), but a kitten could certainly get through. « Show Less
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As of right now, I still think they don't like to drink from it... I heard a report (from my wife) that she saw one of the two cats drinking from it, but I have not been able to verify this myself. I have filled it up with water twice because it went below the fill line, but I'm not sure if that is due to cats drinking the water or evaporation.
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We haven't had that problem and our 5 yr. old still acts like a kitten. Worst problem we've had is a little wetness around the bowl from kitty playing with the water. It's a cool fountain in that it has 2 top reservoirs and the waterfall.
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The water does not rise above the large gray part of the fountain. It comes out of the top of the fountain and flows down the walls of the blue part of the feeder. My large dogs drink from the top and the cats and small dogs like to lick and drink from the sides.
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This is a great fountain, easy to clean and maintain. I have two cats, but your dogs size shouldn't be a problem, the bowl is large enough. I think that you would be happy if you decide to purchase this fountain.
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I want to say (by eyeballing it) it's got to be at least 6", it's not a huge bowl. If my cat drinks out of it his face is "in" the bowl if that makes sense. I hate to say it but in my world, I wonder if there is a "small" bowl and if so is it for a bunny? So if you have a toy/small dog this should work wonders, if you have a medium dog (corgie, Keeshond etc) not going to work that great. My Keeshond can empty the bowl in about 12 tongue lashings :) Hope this helped (It is an AMAZING bowl though, I originally got it because my youngest cat likes to tip bowls over and he cannot that one (slosh the water out yes) but not tip it :) Peace! I want to say (by eyeballing it) it's got to be at least 6", it's not a huge bowl. If my cat drinks out of it his face is "in" the bowl if that makes sense. I hate to say it but in my world, I wonder if there is a "small" bowl and if so is it for a bunny? So if you have a toy/small dog this should work wonders, if you have a medium dog (corgie, Keeshond etc) not going to work that great. My Keeshond can empty the bowl in about 12 tongue lashings :) Hope this helped (It is an AMAZING bowl though, I originally got it because my youngest cat likes to tip bowls over and... » Read More I want to say (by eyeballing it) it's got to be at least 6", it's not a huge bowl. If my cat drinks out of it his face is "in" the bowl if that makes sense. I hate to say it but in my world, I wonder if there is a "small" bowl and if so is it for a bunny? So if you have a toy/small dog this should work wonders, if you have a medium dog (corgie, Keeshond etc) not going to work that great. My Keeshond can empty the bowl in about 12 tongue lashings :) Hope this helped (It is an AMAZING bowl though, I originally got it because my youngest cat likes to tip bowls over and he cannot that one (slosh the water out yes) but not tip it :) Peace! « Show Less
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My cat will drink from mud puddles. I assume that she likes this fountain, because the water level keeps going down and she remains healthy. The funny thing is that this cat and a previous cat would not drink from the fountain if they knew you were watching them. I think that they think they are getting away with something; but they're cats; who knows what they think!
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The only water that splashes is from my cat playing in it, not from the fountain itself. The water does trickle into the water. Sounds like an indoor fountain. Have it in the kitchen, yes you can hear it but not annoying.
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It moves a trickle down the spout, like what is shown in the picture. It's enough for a dog or cat to lap up. For bigger dogs or dogs that are really thirsty, they can drink out of the bowl, too. I would say the trickle is about what you'd use when leaving a hose on a tree during a dry-spell -- nice and slow.Oh, and I haven't had any problems with the motors on either of the two fountains I have from Drinkwell, and I've had them for several years now.
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Humm... my cats didn't know what to make of it at first, but they love it now. Maybe just fill it with water, without turning it on. Put it in your living area first, so you can see who is drinking and who is not. I have mine in my living room, it don't bother me at all. I hope this helps.