Is The Cat Mate Pet Water Fountain Good?

Ariel2611

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I wanted to purchase the cat mate water fountain:
Cat Mate Pet Fountain | Free P&P £29+ at zooplus

But I've heard that it does not last long...and that the pump stops working suddenly after a few months.

Have any of you got it? How long did it last? / How long have you had it?

Should I purchase it?

Thanks in advance :-)
 

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It looks good, i really like the different areas and levels they can drink out of. I have never had that one, but have several others. I think all brands can have pump issues. I have found if i clean my pump regularly i don't have much problems. my 4 cats all like the fountains. but 2 of mine prefer a wide bowl, so i keep both out. i like to give them choices as i think it encourages them to drink more.
 

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I bought the Cat Mate fountain back in July 2016. It hasn't been in use the entire time, but most of it. I like it and my cat likes it. I imagine the failed motors are due to people letting the water level drop too low and running it essentially dry. As long as you don't let the water level drop far below the minimum line you should be fine. I recommend the cleaning kit that's sold separately. Gunk can get in weird places and it's frustrating to clean without the kit.
 
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