Cats evolved to get most of their water from fresh prey — not bowls. When water sits still, a thin layer of bacteria called biofilm forms within hours. Your cat’s powerful sense of smell detects it instantly, and to them, it’s “unsafe.”
This instinct leads to lower water intake, putting cats at risk for:
- Painful urinary crystals
- Permanent kidney damage
- Costly, life-threatening emergencies
The Nextik™ water fountain uses advanced activated carbon filtration to remove bacteria, odors, and impurities that make cats avoid bowls. This keeps water fresh, oxygen-rich, and irresistible — triggering their “safe to drink” instincts so they hydrate more often and stay healthier, longer.