1. Most cats don’t drink enough. Did you know that cats don’t have the instinct to drink much? Wild cats get most of the moisture they need from the prey they catch. Since indoor cats can’t catch any mice, birds, or other prey, they should drink a lot of water. 

2. Water is vital for your cat’s health. Staying hydrated is key to prevent kidney and urinary tract diseases. When cats don’t drink enough, the minerals in their urine start to crystallize and form stones, which can have dire consequences. Running water is much more appealing to cats and can prevent health problems as well as a steep vet bill. 

3. Cats have trouble seeing the water level in a bowl. Many cat owners use ordinary drinking bowls. They are great, but did you notice how hard it is to spot the water level inside them? Cats have great eyesight but they possess an even keener sense of hearing. This means that the sound of running tap water or water streaming down the petals of the fountain will sure draw your curious cat’s attention!