Features

Our overall favorite from today’s collection of the best dog water fountains is a design-driven model from Veken, but it’s luckily not a case of form over function here.

One of the chief benefits of this unit is the way it makes very little noise in operation. Rated at below 40 decibels, you’ll hear a faint noise from the pump but nothing that will disturb or distract you.

The next thing we appreciate here is the durable resin build that gives you a lengthy lifespan in an attractive package. The water bowl is made from a BPA-free plastic that’s easy to keep clean. The fountain is available in this blue colorway or a more muted gray.

A capacity of 84oz gives your dog around 10 cups of water, ideal for small or medium breeds. The circulation system pumps water around so that your pooch gets fresh H20 on demand.

Choose from the following water flow modes:

• Flower bubble
• Gentle fountain
• Flower waterfall

An activated charcoal filter is integrated, and you get three replacement filters thrown in with this fountain. A combination of non-woven material and ion-exchange resin keeps the water crisp and clean.

This is not only one of the most effective dog water fountains, but it’s also one of the best looking. Does it make the right fit for your dog, though?

2. PetSafe Drinkwell Fountain

Features

PetSafe is one of the best-known names in the pet gear space, and this is the first of several models we review from their deep bench of water fountains for dogs.

The primary benefit of this plastic fountain is the fully customizable water flow, allowing you to provide Rover with a personalized stream to suit his needs.

The large capacity of this fountain means it’s ideal for all breeds, and also for households with multiple pets. The 168oz reservoir won’t constantly need topping up, and your pets can stay hydrated throughout the day.

As you would expect from PetSafe, the filtration system onboard is efficient. Carbon-activated filters will need swapping out every few weeks, so make sure you price up replacements and source a ready supply of these.

Removable components of the fountain are safe to slip on the top shelf of the dishwasher for completely fuss-free cleanup.

The main drawback of this model is the fact it’s reasonably messy and also kicks out quite a lot of noise when it’s running. If you plan to locate the fountain near the living room or bedroom, you may find the noise offensive.

With decades of experience in this vertical and a helpful and responsive customer care department, you can place your trust in PetSafe

3. Cat Mate Multi-Level Pet Fountain

Features

Cat Mate is a brand that focuses on felines, but this split-level water fountain also makes a smart choice for owners of toy breeds and small breeds who need to be encouraged to drink more.

This model is one of the quietest we tested, allowing you the freedom to locate it almost anywhere, unlike the PetSafe fountain above. This is achieved thanks to an isolated pump system.

As a multi-height drinking station, the Cat Mate allows cats and dogs of all shapes and sizes to sip in a comfortable position.

There is a polymer-carbon filter that is designed to strip away impurities from the water your dog will drink. You can easily purchase replacement cartridges from the manufacturer. These will need exchanging every few weeks, depending on use.

Unlike some poorly designed water fountains, you shouldn’t find your kitchen floor pooled with water after your furballs have been drinking from it.

As a final kicker, the fountain is backed by a three-year limited guarantee, removing any concerns about longevity and giving you peace of mind at the point of purchase.

4. Catit Flower Fountain

Features

Next in line is a cute flower fountain from Catit that’s well worth a place on your shortlist. How does it perform under the hood, though?

One of the things we like most about this model is the choice of three water flows, ideal if your dog is reluctant to drink as much as he should. Vary the flow and see if you find that Fido is more ready to drink.

Despite a reasonable generous capacity ideal for smaller breeds, the fountain has a compact footprint, making it a great choice for apartments or homes with limited space.

This is another fountain that is primarily marketed at cat owners but makes a great fit for small breeds and teacup breeds.

Filtration is effective and the pump built in is both small and energy-efficient. Not only should the variable flow fountain encourage picky pets to drink, but you won’t use too much power in the process.

The only meaningful gripe with this unit is the way mold tends to build up in the filter once you replace it. Keep a close eye on this to avoid making your furball sick.

5. PetSafe Drinkwell Fountain for Multiple Pets

Features

Another entry from PetSafe up next with the Drinkwell, a water fountain designed with the needs of multi-pet households in mind.

The key selling point for owners of multiple cats and dogs is the 256oz capacity, enough to keep all your pets hydrated throughout the day without you needing to keep topping up the reservoir. There are also two smaller models available if you don’t require quite as much water on tap.

As with most of the best dog water fountains, this model is equipped with a variable flow. If you have a shy or anxious pet, or you simply want to cut back on the noise factor, reduce the flow of the water.

If you live somewhere that experiences regular power outages, the open bowl design of this fountain means your pet will never go thirsty.

Both the carbon and foam filters you need for this fountain are replaceable and reasonably priced. You can also pick up replacement pumps, saving you from needing to replace the whole fountain in the event of malfunctioning.

The only complaint we can level at this fountain concerns the distressingly weak motor onboard. Setting this aside, it is one of the best solutions for multi-dog pet parents.

6. Torus Filtered Water Fountain

Features

If you have a flexible budget and you’re looking for a water fountain for your dog that enhances the room rather than clutters it, look no further.

Available in this vibrant red or a choice of three other colors, the sleek contemporary design would look great in minimalist or modernist homes.

Made from polypropylene, you should find that Fido gets plenty of faithful service from this fountain. There are no toxins or contaminants that will leach into his water supply either, so you can keep your furball hydrated without any niggling safety concerns. That said, this model doesn’t make the best fit for dogs that chew aggressively.

Not only is this fountain easy to set up and simple for your dog to use, but it’s also remarkably straightforward to keep clean.

The intelligent design of the fountain means that it automatically fills as your pet drinks. UV protection and antimicrobial technology is also baked in, so while this isn’t the cheapest water fountain for dogs you’ll find, it’s undoubtedly one of the most effective.

Thanks to the insulated construction, your dog’s drinking water will stay cooler for longer, ideal if you spend long spells of time at work.

Choose from one of two replaceable filters to complete a winning package from a brand you can rely on.

7. PetSafe Drinkwell Seascape

Features

The Seascape is another model from PetSafe that we recommend, although it is worth pointing out that this is not the most robust of the models we showcase today.

If you have a small or medium breed at home, you should find that the capacity of this fountain gives them enough water for the whole day. There is space for 70oz of H20 inside this thing.

Made from ceramic, the fountain is perfect for owners of dogs prone to chewing anything plastic in sight. Like all ceramic fountains, this model is attractive but relatively fragile. Handle with care and you should run into no problems.

If your furry friend is reluctant to drink as much water as he should, the circulating water in this fountain should entice him to do so.

While you are unlikely to encounter any problems with this water fountain, PetSafe has a reputation for providing timely and helpful customer service.

Aside from the concerns about durability, this is a great choice for owners of small and medium-sized dogs who are fussy about drinking water from a traditional bowl.

8. Pioneer Pet Fountain Raindrop

Features

As we near the end of our dog water fountain reviews, a striking example from Pioneer Pet in the form of this stainless steel model.

The high-grade 18/8 stainless steel is built to stay the distance and to resist the attention of aggressive chewers. The fountain won’t rust or corrode, and it is also one of the best looking models on our shortlist.

As you would expect from a precision-made water fountain, the filtration is highly effective, drawing out the impurities and debris from your furball’s drinking water supply.

You can easily purchase replacement filters for this fountain from the manufacturer, streamlining ongoing upkeep. Look to change the filter cartridges every two to four weeks, according to how much use it gets.

The water flow is smooth, and the pump runs quietly, so your hounds can stay properly hydrated without the unit causing a disturbance.

If forced to find fault with this water fountain, we would point out that the bowl is slightly too shallow for our liking. Setting this aside, you’re getting a long-lasting and highly effective solution from a brand you can trust.

9. Tomxcute Water Fountain

Features

Tomxcute serves up an excellent canine water fountain, again made from stainless steel. If your furry friend is prone to chewing his way through plastic products, he won’t have much luck biting his way through this.

Ordinarily one of the more expensive dog water fountains, this model is currently discounted aggressively, so act quickly and grab yourself a bargain now the holiday season has finished.

One of the main things we like about this fountain is the capacity. with room for 108oz of water and markings for high and low water level, this is a convenient and hassle-free way of delivering water to your dogs around the clock.

Not only is this an efficient unit, but it also runs very quietly, maximizing your options when it comes to placement.

The significant drawback with this model is the expense and inefficiency of the filters. For such an expensive model, we feel this renders the Tomxcute challenging to recommend. We feel that there are many similar models that we highlight which do the same job at a keener price, and without the drawback of filter issues.

10. Veken Automatic Water Fountain

Features

Veken enters the fray once more before we round out today with this superb high-capacity water fountain for dogs.

Not only is this double-tiered model ideal for small to medium breeds, but it’s also one of the cheapest dog water fountains we tested.

You can fill the reservoir with up to 100oz of water, enough to keep even a multi-dog household going throughout the day.

Available in a range of bright colors to suit the temperament of your hound, the resin build is free of BPA and other contaminants known to harm dogs.

If your dog is picky when it comes to drinking, this fountain presents him with the choice of sipping from the upper or lower bowl, or from a free-flowing stream.

There is a water indicator on the side of the fountain. You can activate LED lights to illuminate this strip if you choose.

The other thing we appreciate about this fountain is the fact it is one of the quietest models on the market. Considering the almost budget pricing, we feel this is one of the very best options at your disposal, so what are you waiting for?

11. Wonder Creature Water Fountain

Features

Last but by no means least in today’s roundup of the best water fountains for dogs comes from the Wonder Creature Store. What do you get for your money, then?

One of the leading benefits here is the practically whisper-quiet nature of the fountain. Measured at less than 40 decibels, you can confidently position the fountain near a communal area without everyone complaining about the noise.

If you are not taken by the plastic build of the fountain, it is also available in stainless steel, ideal for dogs that chew. There are also different shapes available, including this round variant.

LED lighting elevates this model above the competition, making the water fountain a feature in its own right rather than something to hide away out of sight.

The filtration system includes both foam and charcoal filters in a dual-stage system that should remove hair and debris from Fido’s water supply.

Although the fountain is effective in operation, it is also one of the more difficult to clean models we review today.

Directional streams circulate water all around the fountain, ensuring that your furry friend has access to crisp and clean running water around the clock.