How often should I clean the drinking fountain?

Regular cleaning is important to keep the water fresh and the drinking fountain hygienic, quiet, and reliable. With a suitable cleaning routine, you support water quality and simultaneously extend the fountain's lifespan.

Recommended cleaning frequency:

The drinking fountain should be fully cleaned at least once a week.

Complete cleaning usually includes:

• water-carrying parts
• Cover and outlet
• Filter holder
• Pump (including checking for hair and deposits)

A weekly cleaning is the best foundation for hygienic and trouble-free operation.

When more frequent cleaning makes sense:

Depending on usage, more frequent cleaning may be advisable, especially if:

• multiple animals use the drinking fountain
• a warm room climate prevails
• faster deposits, hair, or residues form
• your cat is particularly sensitive to changes in water quality or smell

In these cases, shorter cleaning intervals help keep the fountain pleasant and hygienic over time.

Regularly renew water:

In addition to weekly cleaning, the water should be regularly renewed.

Fresh water supports:

• better hygiene
• a more pleasant experience for your cat
• a consistent operation of the fountain

Especially with daily use, regular water changes are an important part of care.

Always clean the pump:

The pump should also be cleaned as part of the regular cleaning.

Why this is important:

• hair and fine residues can accumulate in the pump
• deposits can impair water flow
• a dirty pump can cause noises

We recommend opening, checking, and thoroughly cleaning the pump during the weekly cleaning.

Benefits of regular care:

A regularly cleaned drinking fountain ensures:

• fresh water
• quiet operation
• reliable water flow
• better acceptance by many cats

Consistent care also helps to avoid unnecessary disruptions and maintain functionality in the long term.

Catson note:

For most households, a weekly complete cleaning is the best foundation. With higher usage or faster deposits, we recommend shorter cleaning intervals. A clean fountain is generally better accepted and runs much more reliably.