World’s first pump-free waterwheel pet fountain recognized for reimagining pet hydration.
Tampa, Fla. — October 15, 2025. VASA Pet today announced that the VASA Waterwheel Pet Fountain has been named to TIME Best Inventions of 2025, an annual list recognizing groundbreaking products and ideas that make the world better, smarter, and more fun.
Read the TIME article: https://time.com/collections/best-inventions-2025/7318418/vasa-waterwheel-pet-fountain/
The VASA Waterwheel Pet Fountain was recognized for introducing a new approach to pet hydration by eliminating the traditional pump used in nearly every pet fountain on the market. Instead, VASA uses a precision-engineered waterwheel to circulate water, helping reduce cleaning complexity, improve reliability, and support fresher drinking water for cats and small pets.
Traditional pump-based fountains often present common frustrations for pet parents, including slimy buildup, hard-to-clean components, and motor failure. VASA was designed to solve those problems with a simpler, pump-free system that is easier to maintain in daily life. All water-contact parts are dishwasher-safe, making routine cleaning faster and more effective.
“Most pet fountains have relied on the same pump-based design for decades,” said Darren Scott, founder of VASA Pet. “We wanted to rethink the category from first principles and create a fountain that is simpler, cleaner, and more reliable for pet parents. Being recognized by TIME is a tremendous honor and a meaningful validation of that mission.”
The inspiration for the VASA fountain comes from the timeless simplicity of the traditional waterwheel. By adapting that idea into a modern pet product, VASA created a fountain that delivers continuous water circulation without the drawbacks of submerged electric pumps.
TIME’s Best Inventions list highlights 300 innovations across categories ranging from consumer electronics and health to design, sustainability, and artificial intelligence. The recognition places VASA Pet among a global group of products and companies driving meaningful innovation.
The VASA Waterwheel Pet Fountain is designed for homes and veterinary settings seeking a more hygienic, durable, and easy-to-clean hydration solution. The product reflects VASA Pet’s broader mission to develop smarter products that improve pet health and simplify pet care.
Availability: The VASA Waterwheel Pet Fountain is available at vasapet.com.
Press kit: Please contact support@vasapet.com.
About VASA Pet
VASA Pet designs premium hydration products for cats and small pets. Based in Tampa, Florida, the company was founded on three principles: solve exceptional pet problems, keep solutions simple, and leave pet health better. Its flagship product, the VASA Waterwheel Pet Fountain, is the world’s first pump-free waterwheel pet fountain designed to provide cleaner, easier-to-maintain hydration for pets. Learn more at vasapet.com.
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