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Unusual Product of the Day: a dog water fountain that keeps flowing through a power cut
Petlibro's 8 litre Capsule Dog Fountain has a pump battery for up to 16 hours of outages and a whirlpool that drags fur into the filter. Who it suits and the catch.
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If your dog is big, thirsty and home alone for long days, a large fountain that keeps running through a power cut is a clever upgrade on a bowl. Small breeds should look elsewhere.
A big dog can empty a water bowl and leave a puddle and a few floating hairs behind. The Petlibro Capsule Dog Fountain, Capsule tackles that with an 8 litre see-through tank and a pump with its own backup battery. Petlibro says the battery keeps the water flowing for up to 16 hours after a power cut, which is the detail that makes it unusual.
What makes it different
Most fountains stop the moment the plug loses power. Here the pump carries a battery reserve, so a cut while you are at work does not leave a dog with still water. Petlibro also describes a whirlpool flow that pulls fur, crumbs and grit towards the filters, rather than leaving them floating at the surface.
- 8 litre transparent tank, so you can see the level from across the room
- 5-layer filtration, according to Petlibro
- Splash guards around the drinking area
- Pump switches itself off when the water drops below its sensor
Why someone would want it
It suits owners of medium and large dogs who are out for long days and are tired of topping up a bowl twice a day. Refilling is a single pour from the top. The splash guards help with sloppy drinkers on a kitchen floor, and it makes a thoughtful present for a new dog owner who already has every toy.
Why it could catch on
My prediction, not evidence: winter storms and power cuts make backup batteries feel useful. I have seen no sales or search data showing this fountain is trending.
One honest consideration
It is a plug-in fountain, not a cordless one. The battery is only an emergency reserve, and Petlibro says the pump takes around eight hours to charge. It is sized for dogs taller than about 27cm at the shoulder, so very small breeds may struggle, and the filters need replacing over time.
Before you decide
See the product and current price, then compare prices online and ask a local pet shop whether it can do better.
Save yourself a surprise
Your quick buying checklist
- Measure your dog's shoulder height
- Budget for replacement filters
- Fill it where it will stay, as 8 litres is heavy
Further information
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Petlibro Capsule Dog Fountain, Capsule · Petlibro UK Affiliate Program
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