Kittens and puppies: first fountain tips
3 min read · Sippy Paws
Kittens and puppies are curious about everything. A fountain is a very interesting thing.
Here are some tips for a happy first meeting.
Start calm
Choose a quiet time and a calm spot. Let your young pet sniff and look at their own pace.
Stay close, and keep your voice soft.
Add a mat
Young pets splash. A Silicone Pet Feeding Mat catches drips and keeps the floor tidy.
It also gives them a clear spot to find their water.
Keep an eye on them
Watch your young pet near the fountain at first. Keep the area tidy, and keep small parts out of reach.
The Sippy Cordless Fountain, 4 L is cordless, so there is no cable to chew.
Ask your vet
If you have any concern about your young pet, ask your vet. We cannot give pet health advice.
Your vet is a good person to ask about your young pet.
Keep the routine gentle
Place the old bowl next to the fountain for the first few days. Then move the old bowl a little further each day. Praise your pet with a soft voice when they visit the fountain.
Wash the parts by hand in warm soapy water each week, as our cleaning guide shows, and rinse well.
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Questions and answers
Can a kitten use the fountain?
Ask your vet if you are unsure. Keep an eye on young pets near water.
Should I keep the old bowl?
Keep it out at first, then decide based on how your pet behaves.
More fountain guides
Helping a pet get used to a fountain
Patience and placement, one sip at a time.
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Where to put a pet fountain
Kitchen floors and quiet spots.
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Keep floors dry with a pet mat
Mat size, placement and cleaning.
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