So did I need this pet fountain? No, absolutely not but my kitties have never been happier. It's nice that they have fresh water, I have 4 cats and they are thirsty. I have some very mischievous kitties though and they are having the time of their lives but they are making a bit of a mess splashing around. If you have a calm kitty this is a fabulous idea, but I'm still debating if I love this fountain. I mean at the end of the day, this is my cats world and I just get to live in it. Happy cats=happy life lol