Introducing VASA
The World’s First Waterwheel Pet Fountain

The cat Fountain
Designed
To Prevent Mold

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"It’s simpler to clean, every piece that comes in contact with water is dishwasher safe." 

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The Pump Is Where Mold Hides — and Keeps Coming Back.

You've seen it: the slimy film that creeps back after you cleaned the fountain. It hides inside the pump — in tubing and crevices no brush can reach. So you scrub, refill, and it returns. The water looks clear, but your pet smells what you can't, and walks away.

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The Pump Is the Problem.
So We Removed It.

VASA replaces the submerged pump with a patented waterwheel, spun by a motor that never touches the water.  No sealed pump. No hidden tubing. No crevices.  Less places for slime to hide in — just smooth, open surfaces and moving water, designed to resist buildup instead of breeding it.

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Now Every Part Gets Truly Clean.

1.  100% dishwasher-safe water-contact parts
2.  Survives the high-heat Sanitize cycle (170°F+)
3.  Sanitizes to 99.999% germ-free — every wash
4.  Smooth surfaces designed to resist mold & biofilm

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Seconds to Disassemble.
The Dishwasher Does the Rest.

About 20 seconds to take apart. Every water-contact part goes in the dishwasher and comes out sanitized.
About 20 seconds to reassemble.  No tiny parts to fiddle with — much easier than pump-based fountains to put back together.

Clean Water. No Pump.
No Place for Mold.

Pets can drink less when water tastes "off" — unclean water from hidden pump-based microbes could be why.
VASA's pump-free design keeps every sip cleaner and fresher, so they drink more, more often. The care they deserve, in every sip.

"Pump-based fountains share one flaw: the pump makes them nearly impossible to keep clean, so the water doesn't stay fresh — and a pet's nose notices. As a veterinarian focused on hydration, that's the problem. VASA removes the pump, so it stays clean and pets keep drinking"

DR. ELISA SMITH, DVM

Built To Last

Traditional Pumps:  Hidden mold doesn't just dirty the water — it builds up inside the pump and shortens its life to as little as 12–18 months.
Industrial-Grade Motor:  VASA takes a completely different approach — no submerged pump means no hidden chamber for mold to clog and destroy. It stays cleaner and lasts longer.

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Customer Reviews

Why Pet Parents Are Switching To No Pump

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Susan
Pet parent of Scooter Pie, Illinois

I'm a neat freak — I was never interested in tubing and pumps I can't clean. This one is super easy to put together, clean, and reassemble, with no black slime mold to worry about. I LOVE it!

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Vonda
Pet parent of Lulu, Georgia

After buying three submersible-pump fountains and giving up on each, the VASA is a different world. It's easy to assemble, every piece goes in the dishwasher, and there's no slime. As long as I have a pet, I want this one.

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Amy
Pet parent of Albie, Rhode Island

I bought VASA after adopting a blind dog, Albie, who rarely drank water. The soft, subtle sound of the fountain was just enough to lure him over to drink. Poor Albie had a little accident after drinking more than usual, but now we know to watch for his signals!

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Tre
Pet parent in a multi-cat home, New York

VASA solves several concerns beautifully. All our cats are drinking from it now, and when I set it back up after the dishwasher, they're waiting with bated breath for it to start. A true hit!

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cat dehydration

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VASA’s innovative Waterwheel design is protected by
multiple U.S. patents.

Patent Protected

A Higher Standard of Clean — Engineered Into Every Part.

Human-Grade Materials — BPA-free and non-leaching, safe for human water contact, not just "pet safe."
• Independently Tested — Meets strict FDA standards for extractables and leaching (21 CFR). Verified, not claimed.
Pharmaceutical-Grade Stainless Steel: Drinking pan material specifically selected to help prevent feline chin acne (304 Stainless Steel.)

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Designed to Resist Mold & Biofilm.

Round: No tight corners or crevices where microbes can take hold — so it stays easier to clean
Smooth: A high-polish surface that gives biofilm less to cling to — so cleaning stays easy
Agitate: Constant motion means the water never settles long enough to leave a difficult-to-clean mold ring at the waterline

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Filtered Three Ways

1. Activated Carbon — Absorbs odors, impurities, and dissolved contaminants for cleaner, fresher-tasting water
2. Ion-Exchange Resin — Removes the dissolved minerals and organic compounds that leave residue, so the water stays clearer longer
3. Non-Woven Mesh — Traps fur, food bits, and saliva before they dirty the water, denying bacteria the debris they need to grow in the basin

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Frequently Asked Questions

My cat's finicky — what if she won't use it?

Cats can be picky — so don't take the risk. Try VASA at home for 90 days. If your cat doesn't take to it, send it back for a full refund, return shipping on us. The only way to know is to let her decide.

Do I need those tiny pump brushes with VASA?

Never. There's no pump, no tubing, no crevices — so there's nothing to scrub. Every water-contact part goes straight in the dishwasher. The brushes can go in the junk drawer for good.

My pump gurgles when water's low — will VASA?

No. That gurgle is a pump sucking air as the water drops. VASA has no submerged pump — just a waterwheel turning above the water. It stays quiet, even when it's time for a refill.

My rambunctious cat flips fountains — will she flip VASA?

Unlikely. At 6 lbs with a wide, low base, VASA is built to stay put — no tipping, no sliding across the floor. Even the most enthusiastic cat will have a hard time budging it.

Does VASA come with a filter?

Yes — a full 3-Stage Filtration System is included. When it's time for a fresh one, replacements are easy to reorder, so your cat always has clean, filtered water.

I have a dog too — is it okay for both?

Absolutely. VASA's 3-liter capacity and open drinking pan work beautifully for multi-pet homes — cats and dogs alike. More pets, more drinking, same easy cleaning.

What happens if it runs dry — will I wreck it?

No harm done. With no submerged pump to burn out, VASA won't be damaged if the water runs low. Just refill and the waterwheel picks right back up.

Any glowing lights that'll keep me up at night?

None. No glowing blue or red lights, no blinking anything. VASA runs quietly in the dark — your bedroom stays a bedroom.

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Finally,
A Fountain You Can Actually Keep Clean.

VASA Waterwheel
Pet Fountain

$129.99

Free shipping over $50. 

  • Designed to Be the Last Fountain You'll Buy
  • Vet-Recommended Pump-Free Hydration
Product Details / Specs

Capacity: 3.0 liters — fresh water all day, fewer refills

Dimensions: 10″ × 10″ × 12″ — compact, stable footprint

Weight: 6 lbs — stays put, no tipping or sliding

Materials: BPA-free human-grade ABS housing · low-noise Delrin waterwheel · 304 pharmaceutical-grade stainless steel drinking pan

Power: 12V low-voltage motor · 110V adapter (standard U.S. outlet)

Noise: Quiet operation — motor never touches the water

Cleaning: 100% dishwasher-safe water-contact parts · sanitizes to 99.999% germ-free on the dishwasher sanitize setting

Design: Pump-free waterwheel system — no hidden bacteria traps; smooth, open surfaces designed to resist mold and biofilm buildup

Patent: U.S. Utility Patent 11,026,400 · additional patents pending

What's in the Box
  • VASA Waterwheel Pet Fountain — no assembly required  — ready to run!
  • Filter  — 1 included.  Easy ordering at www.vasapet.com.
  • Power Supply  — 12 Volt Power Supply
  • Quick Start Guide  — Easy to read instructions for starting and cleaning.
  • User's Guide  — In-depth product information
No Risk 90-Day In-Home Trial

Try VASA in your home for a full 90 days.

Let your pet decide.

If you're not completely happy — for any reason — send it back for a 100% refund.

We cover the return shipping, too.

No restocking fees, no fine print, no risk.

Refund — we cover return shipping. No restocking fees, no hassle.

Questions? Reach us anytime at support@vasapet.com.

Shipping & Returns

Shipping:  We ship via UPS, USPS, and FedEx. Free shipping on orders over $50. If you'd like your order sent with a specific carrier, just email us at support@vasapet.com when ordering and we'll do our best to accommodate.

Returns: Not happy? Return your VASA within 90 days for a 100% refund — we cover return shipping. No restocking fees, no hassle.

Questions? Reach us anytime at support@vasapet.com.

Our Mission

We're on a mission
to help the pets we love
live longer, healthier lives —
through better hydration.

DIRTY WATER LEADS TO

  • Nausea & Vomiting 
  • Diarrhea & Dehydration
  • Waterborne Disease like Giardia
  • Urinary Tract Infections
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Our Story

VASA started with ...
a slime-covered pet fountain pump and a biomedical engineer who couldn't unsee it.  Our Founder Darren obsessed for over 7 years on what a better pet water fountain can be — VASA is what came from this passioante pursuit to help "Clemmie" live a longer life through better hydration.

DIRTY WATER LEADS TO

  • Nausea & Vomiting 
  • Diarrhea & Dehydration
  • Waterborne Disease like Giardia
  • Urinary Tract Infections

Assembles In Seconds

If it’s a hassle to clean, it gets skipped.

• Take Apart in 20 seconds or less!

• Put Together in 20 seconds or less!

• VASA removes hesitation to clean.

Clean Water,
Protected at Every Stage

Advanced Carbon + Resin Filtration: Helps remove odors, impurities, and dissolved contaminants from the water

3-Stage Filtration System: Captures fur, saliva, and food particles before they reach the basin

Denies Microbial Growth: Removes the organic debris bacteria need to grow and multiply

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100% Dishwasher Safe

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Use Sanitize  Setting

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Survives High Heat

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99.999% Germ-Free