Is this fountain suitable for a back yard and if so has anyone used it outside?I have three large dogs and they go out quite a bit so we want to be sure they have water
936891
I don't think this will suit 3 dogs. I have 4 indoor cats and I have to fill it every other day. I clean it twice a week. I agree with rhines3995
936892
you will work yourself to death keeping it clean. Filter system will have to be cleaned daily. This is geared to a small inside dog or cat. I have 2 large inside dogs and I grew sick of cleaning filters and now I just use bowl (threw away fountain part)and empty it twice daily and fill with fresh water. The bowl is pretty nice, but fountain is a pain.
936893
I have not used it outdoors, but I do not believe it is designed for outdoor use. Besides, I'm that this unit is adequate for three large dogs. The reservoir is good-sized, but I think it would run dry. Additionally, the unit is ceramic, so you'd probably worry about breakage. One more thing...I'd definitely worry about keeping it clean.
936894
I agree with the previous answers! I've had mine indoors only, with one cat. I clean the whole works once a week. I don't think it's that big or dirt friendly. I recommend getting a small water trough- talk to a feed store, troughs can be set up with a water float (like in the toilet water tank) that keeps the trough full.
173819
I have a siberian husky and both my sisters have small dogs. Jack loves his fountain and drinks from the top. When my sisters bring their dogs to my apt. they drink from the water fall on the side. Everyone is happy. I think your dogs will love it as much as ours do.
570444
It is an outdoor water fountain as it has a guarded cord, but if you use an extension cord with it I would use something similar to this: Farm Innovators Model CC-2 Cord Connect Water-Tight Cord Lock - Green to protect the plug. The only thing the instructions warned was not to use when 40 degrees or below, as it would damage the motor.
984168
I believe so. It works great in our yard at my koi pond, quirrels and small birds also set it off. It also keeps our dog from drinking pond water.
1339920
I think that it is designed for the outside. I have mine inside. It is larger than it looks in the picture. It is definitely an outside fountain. You will love it. As far as freezing, water can freeze. What I would do is unplug it when temperatures get below freezing, other than that, no problem.
105114
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
570445
It is an outdoor water fountain as it has a guarded cord, but if you use an extension cord with it I would use something similar to this: http://www.amazon.com/Farm-Innovators-CC-2-Connect-Water-Tight/dp/B002MHFXS8/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1426546700&sr=1-1&keywords=waterproof+plug+cover to protect the plug. The only thing the instructions warned was not to use when 40 degrees or below, as it would damage the motor.
570446
I use my only indoors cause I like to keep an eye on the intake of water for all my pets. This is by far the best fountain I have ever purchased. It stays really clean and I have chosen to use only bottled water to ensure that the build up from sediments in my water does not cause any problems as with others that I have purchased. I would say though that if used outdoors you should have it protected under a porch. I would be afraid of the electrical getting wet not sure how protected it is. It does have a chew proof cord to the pump.
1702057
I don't hear the water, but I'm a Senior Citizen and there is always other noise in the house, like the furnace, toilets flushing, and the ambient chaos of the six cats and one cocker spaniel. The water fountain is up on the counter to puppy-proof it, and all six cats find it and enjoy it. I think even a blind dog, given a dog's excellent hearing and sense of smell, could find this and would like it. it's worth a try and Amazon is terrific about returns if it doesn't work out. Good luck, and good for you for taking such good care of your special needs animal.--Pandamom
1082697
The product manual says do not use outdoors. You may have to plug the unit inside the garage then run a heavy duty outdoor extension cord out to the dog house, or build a completely-water-proof enclosure for the unit outside so as to protect it from moisture. The unit will work in the temperature range as you wish.
613060
I watered quite a bit at the beginning of the summer and it did OK, but in August I gave up and it turned brown like everyone else's. With the rain the past two weeks, it has perked back up again and is nice and green. It is not a "golf course" quality but it is fine. I am not going to opine re :4 dogs (that is a lot of dog), but my cat has been happy with it.
337699
We had ours on the back deck last year and it worked great. The weight of the water in the pool helped hold it down and we tethered the back to a post on the porch. Our son loves it so much. It's a great buy.
714426
It could be used outdoors but you would need to clean it more often. The waterflow is adjustable so you can set it to discourage any waterborne insects.
697955
I run the water out before I let my dog drink, he does not know how to work it. The fountain sits in the shade for the most part and the hose is short so it only takes a few seconds for the hot/warm water to run out.
697957
I would definitely Place the hose and mechanism in a deeply shaded area. The water will still be pretty warm, even after that. It may be too warm for your dog's palate.
2076981
My dog is an outside dog. We have the bed on the back patio but it is in a covered protected area. As far as I can tell it is resistant to water but again ours is in a protected area. I am really pleased with the bed.
883650
Yes you can use it outdoors. right now I have it in a fountain out side on my patio and works fine.