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Testimonials
(messages sent in to testimonials@glacierpointforcats.com
or
spontaneously written to us after a purchase )
Testimonial from Jean and Lois (BC, Canada), sent in February 8, 2012.. Subject: Testimonial for the Perfect Pet Fountain
This is simply the best available cat fountain.
It provides our cats with cool, filtered water, and requires less care and maintenance than other pet fountains we have owned.
Our cats' Perfect Pet fountain is made from food grade and FDA approved components, unlike other available pet fountains.
We are confident that this is the best and safest fountain we can provide for our cats.
The ordering process was a snap and we received our fountain within a week of our order, even though it to shipped to Canada.
This is not the first pet fountain we have owned. However, several years ago we gave up using fountains, after deciding we could provide better quality water using water bowls.
Recently, after our cats' vet recommended we get a fountain for our senior cat, we did much research on cat fountains. It was very discouraging. The reviews revealed the following issues with plastic pet fountains:
- They are hard to clean
- They get slimy quickly
- Their pumps are noisy
- Their pumps fail quickly.
In general these issues meant that the fountains needed to be cleaned almost daily and replaced frequently.
We had experienced these issues previously, during our ownership of several different makes and models of plastic pet fountains.
However, our cats' vet had recommended we get a cat fountain for our senior cat.
We hoped that the new ceramic and stainless steel versions of the previous fountains we had owned might be suitable. But research indicated that they suffered the same issues as plastic fountains and one very serious additional issue.
None of the major manufacturers guarantee that their fountains use food grade ceramic glaze or stainless steel.
Glacier Point for Cats does guarantee it uses food grade ceramic glaze for the fountains they manufacture. As well the other components of the fountain are food grade and or FDA approved.
Given the previous pet food scandal originating from China, and the fact that most of these pet fountains are made in China, this is a serious issue.
Use of non food grade ceramic glaze can cause heavy metal poisoning. We don't want to use a fountain that poisons our cats.
Therefore, after researching the Glacier Point for Cats fountains, the only difficult decision was which Glacier Point for Cats fountain to buy.
We decided on the Perfect Pet fountain. Who doesn't appreciate a chilled glass of water on a hot day. We wanted to provide the best drinking experience for our cats.
The Glacier Point for Cats fountain we bought is more expensive than other pet fountains, but the extra features it has make it worth the cost.
Benefits of the Glacier Point for Cats Perfect Pet fountain 1. Safe for our cats to use 2. Chilled filtered water 3. Easier to maintain than other fountains 4. Lasts longer than other fountains (with proper maintenance) 5. Made in North America
In the long run we know it will be cheaper.
Testimonial from Diane K.. sent in February 8, 2012.. Subject: Perfect pet fountain for four dogs
I bought the Perfect Pet fountain 6 months ago. It is a hit with all my dogs. I have a 65 lb. Australian Shepard, 45 lb. Chow/Akita mix and 2 schnauzers. I live in Florida and keep the fountain on my covered back porch. With all the heat and humidity, the water still stays ice cold. I go through 3 16 oz. bottles a day - they love the water!!! The unit is very easy to take care of and I have zero issues with it. If it ever does expire I will not hesitate getting another one.
Thanks for designing it - I have been looking for ever for one.
Testimonial from A J .. sent in August 7, 2011 .. Subject: Great Product
I first saw the Glacier Point Basic Fountain on ModernCat. A blog
that talks about cool and, well, good products for people who really
love their cats. When they posted about the fountains again, I had to
get one. I haven't seen another product where the owner of the
company (and the inventer of the product) not only stands behind his
product, but does not hesitate to talk directly tot eh customer (or
potential customer). All that being said, lets get down to the
product. We picked up the Glacier Point Basic Fountain. The price
point puts it around what some local pet stores are selling other
fountains for. And the ones in the store are usually plastic or made
from vastly inferior materials. The Glacier is all Made in the USA,
and quite frankly, very very good. After getting the Glacier in the
mail I watched the YouTube video of the quick set up, and within
minuets the water was flowing. After some last second re-arranging
of the water tube, we were all set to go. Our little female was the
first to explore..and drink. At first she would only drink from the
"non-flowing" part, but within a day, she was happily drinking from
the flowing water coming right out of the water tube. Our big male,
notoriously skittish and shy, took a little longer to actually drink
out of it. But, within 3 days he was happily drinking from it as
well. Some fears I had, namely the water sound or the pump being too
loud were quickly dispelled when we plugged it in as they both make
great background noise. Don't get me wrong, they aren't silent. But
they are way quieter than I had expected. One thing we did worry
about was keeping it full, especially when both cats started drinking
from it. But a quick trip to the grocery and a through cleaning later
we were fully stocked with extra Heinz Vinegar bottles to keep it
full.
Now, if, like me, you read these testimonials before you pulled the
trigger I can tell you this. I don't mind spending money on my cats.
But I DO mind spending money on a product that isn't worth it. This
product IS worth it. And, I can honestly say that I had no problems
spending this money on this product. So, if you are considering
buying one of the Glacier fountains, DO IT.
Also, my little female get acne from normal ceramic bowls. This one
she does not. Made in the USA ceramics make all the difference.
Thanks for the fountain. Our kitties love it and we really appreciate the simplicity of the design.
Best,
Jenn
August 2, 2011
Hi Barry,
My two cats are greatly enjoying the Glacier Point Fountain!
Everything about your product and customer service are first-rate. Thank you for all your assistance and for designing such an intelligent device.
Kind regards,
... M.R.
July 27, 2011
a few weeks of tweaking - me and my 5 kitties - theyve stopped
playing with the water - i thought i might need a larger one - they were
splashing the water on the floor - but as with all new things theres just
time to get used to this one -
and what a truly great thing it is - i dont have to keep track of faucets
that ive left dripping for someone - sounds pleasant all day and night -
quiet - peaceful sound - they love it - no splashing anymore - ive learned
how to clean and adjust it - ive got it up on 2 bricks (side by side) i think
this helps to keep it at drinking fountain level for my troop rather than
a pond - the optional outlet device is great if you choose to turn it
off and on -
i also love how it looks - like a little science project - hip, sheek, high/low
tech, rube goldberg, zen, above timberline mountain sort of appeal !!! a
feast for the eyes ears and brain and soul !!!
it has a learning curve but well worth the little effort on my part - the
best thing by far that ive seen and ive been looking for over a year - i
realize that the fact that the whole thing isnt glued together or inacessible
makes it very cleanable and repairable - a good honest device -
thanks so much for this true labor of love -
diana worthington
April 12, 2011
The fountain in amazing!!! I have 5 cats and I have gone through many fountains. I was so happy when I came across your website. Because of financial difficulties in the past I was not able to afford one. I am so happy to now be an owner of one of these amazing pet friendly fountains. We all thank you!!!!
Best regards,
Mary Ann Delahunt
Sylvester, Boo boos, Fritz, Jezebel, and Cattie-Brie
April 2, 2011
Great product and service!!! Barry is friendly and very prompt to answer
all my questions. I have 4 little doggies, 1 Pekinese, and 3 Shih Tzu's and
they are drinkers. It is nice to know when I leave the home they will
always have nice fresh cool water. It is so much healthier for my pets and
well worth the money! Saves me lots of time too! Thanks Barry.....
...Tonya Gratzer
January 10, 2011