13 Best Cat Water Fountains, WIRED Tested and Reviewed (2025)

As seen with the rise of automatic litter boxes, automatic feeders, and now the cat water fountain, technology has made it so that we can closely monitor our pets and ensure they’re being taken care of without having to do a lot of the manual labor. A cat water fountain encourages cats to drink more water, which helps with their overall health. I’ve noticed an increase in my cats’ water consumption since switching to a fountain. As a pet helicopter mom, I’ve become a fountain believer. Fear not WIRED-heads, these aren't pet water bowls of yesteryear—these techy fountains I tested are often connected to an app, which reminds you when to clean, replace the filter, and refill water. Many also track how many times your pet drinks throughout the day, week, and month to monitor your pet’s habits and track any changes. A cat drinking way more or way less water than usual can be a good indicator that something is wrong with their health—an easy way to catch something before if becomes a poten ... Read full article.