Where to put a pet fountain
4 min read · Sippy Paws
Where you put the fountain matters as much as which one you buy. A good spot is easy for your pet to reach and easy for you to clean around.
Here are some places to try.
On the kitchen floor
The kitchen is the classic spot. Floors there are easy to wipe, and you pass by every day. Choose a corner or a wall so the fountain is not in the way.
A Silicone Pet Feeding Mat under it catches splashes and keeps the floor tidy.
Away from the food bowl
Many pets like water set a little apart from their food. Try a spot a few steps from the food bowl.
Watch your pet for a few days and move it if they seem unsure.
Out of busy traffic
Avoid a spot where people walk past all day or where doors swing open. A calm corner is more inviting.
The Sippy Cordless Fountain, 4 L has no cord, so it can live where it suits the room.
Easy to reach for cleaning
Leave enough space to lift the fountain, take it apart and carry it to the sink. Our cleaning guide shows the steps.
A tidy corner makes cleaning day quick.
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Questions and answers
Can I put it on a carpet?
A hard floor with a mat is easier to wipe. Put it on a flat, steady surface.
Should it be near a window?
Any calm spot works. Avoid placing it where it can be knocked.
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