Andy "Roo" Mowery from debnroo.com demonstrates the three models of Drinkwell Pet Fountain from Veterinary Ventures: The Original, Big Dog, and Platinum.
Late to the party, but excellent video review. We have the Premium and it works awesome. We bought it 5 1/2 years ago and it has been running non stop since. We have 4 cats and have to fill it every few days to a week depending if they drink from the water bowl on the back porch. I will say, when we first got it, we were amazed at how much more water the cats drank. We felt a little guilty that we may have been getting them enough water before buying this. Every month or so we put it in the dishwasher and hand wash the pump. It comes apart very easy for cleaning.
I think the problem you are experiencing has to do with the pump and/or bowl is that the plastic has become worn, or has accumulated a film/skin that is bonding. A new pump may be a solution, but frankly, for the price, replacement may be a better option. You should also consider the Pioneer Pet Ceramic designs, as they are similar in size to the Original Fountain.
I have used the big dog for several years and love the size. However, it is impossible to clean after a few years since it is plastic. My big dog loves it, it is easy to drink from and my cat uses it also but after 4 years we are getting rid of it because we can't clean it no matter what we do. I would buy another in a heart beat if it was steel or ceramic.
My cat used to knock off the lid and drink from the top of the fountain, rather than the bowl! I had to tape the lid in place, as it does not snap on securely, but just sits on top. There are lots of corners and crannies that are hard to clean, the filter was useless, and the motor hard to remove. Very bad design all around, IMO. Too bad, because it's a nice idea, it just needs improvement.
Late to the party, but excellent video review. We have the Premium and it works awesome. We bought it 5 1/2 years ago and it has been running non stop since.
We have 4 cats and have to fill it every few days to a week depending if they drink from the water bowl on the back porch. I will say, when we first got it, we were amazed at how much more water the cats drank. We felt a little guilty that we may have been getting them enough water before buying this.
Every month or so we put it in the dishwasher and hand wash the pump. It comes apart very easy for cleaning.
This product is very popular with PET SUPERMARKET customers, and is a fantastic product.
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO!!!!!!!
I think the problem you are experiencing has to do with the pump and/or bowl is that the plastic has become worn, or has accumulated a film/skin that is bonding.
A new pump may be a solution, but frankly, for the price, replacement may be a better option. You should also consider the Pioneer Pet Ceramic designs, as they are similar in size to the Original Fountain.
Hallelujah.... I finally got a reply :) ... ya i figured that out already :P
I have used the big dog for several years and love the size. However, it is impossible to clean after a few years since it is plastic. My big dog loves it, it is easy to drink from and my cat uses it also but after 4 years we are getting rid of it because we can't clean it no matter what we do. I would buy another in a heart beat if it was steel or ceramic.
My cat used to knock off the lid and drink from the top of the fountain, rather than the bowl! I had to tape the lid in place, as it does not snap on securely, but just sits on top. There are lots of corners and crannies that are hard to clean, the filter was useless, and the motor hard to remove. Very bad design all around, IMO. Too bad, because it's a nice idea, it just needs improvement.
my original Drinkwell is making loud noise, really loud. its not as gentle as it is publicized to be.
does anyone have problems taking the lid off the (50)reservoir. is it me or the way im trying to turn the lid. its STUCK