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Interactive Pet Fountains

The 'BobbleKat' Cat Fountain Mimics the Aesthetic of an Ice Ball

— December 13, 2016 — Lifestyle
The 'BobbleKat' cat fountain is designed to enable pet owners to provide fresh water in an unexpected manner to their feline companions that will help to potentially keep them better hydrated.

Cats are very drawn to running water, so the 'BobbleKat' works to help keep water flowing in order to help attract cats to interact and have a drink. The 'BobbleKat' mimics the aesthetic of a frozen ice ball by placing the unit in the middle of a bowl of water. The cat fountain then draws the water upward from the main section of the bowl in order to keep it flowing continuously without needing to be refilled.

The 'BobbleKat' is the design work of Pauline Dziama, Xinran Zheng, Tony Nguyen and Cindy Stetson.
Trend Themes
1. Interactive Pet Fountains - Pet fountains that provide fresh running water for cats or dogs could further evolve in terms of design and function to boost pet health and wellness
2. Aesthetic Pet Accessories - The blend of form and function can be a reason to create pet accessories that caters both to pets and their owners, such as a widely appealing design of a pet fountain
3. Renewable Power Sources for Pet Devices - Creating pet devices such as fountains that operate via solar power can be a huge plus, while also promoting sustainability measures to support a cleaner environment
Industry Implications
1. Pet Care Industry - A continued growth in the industry can occur by innovating pet devices such as fountains that are beneficial to both pets and pet owners alike.
2. Home Decor Industry - Pet accessories that are aesthetically pleasing can further spur industry growth, particularly for those homeowners who consider pets as an integral member of their home
3. Renewable Energy Industry - An opportunity exists for companies to expand their target demographic to include pet owners by creating support devices for pets such as fountains that utilizes solar power and other renewable energy sources.
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