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VTderry

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4. I recently switched to a fountain.

Reply to MIButterfly (Original post)

Fri Jan 16, 2026, 04:10 PM

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I needed wireless for the location and wanted stainless steel for best health and easy cleaning. I got mine off Chewy.
https://www.chewy.com/casfuy-wireless-smart-3-mode/dp/2085638

Battery lasts a long time and recharges pretty quickly. I have it set on sensor, so it only bubbles when she approaches (or someone else walks by.)

If you can use a corded one, you have more options (but if your cat is a cord-chewer you might want cordless anyway.) Chewy appears to have many of both varieties on sale now.

Don't be discouraged if your cat is hesitant at first. Mine took about a week to decide it was safe.

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