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(based on 17 ratings)
Located in: Pets, Toys and Picnicking, Outdoor Doggie, K-9 Cuisine & Doggie Dinnerwear
Take Fido for a hike, bike or overnight trip and carry along his water and bowl in this all-in-one, lightweight, leakproof water bottle and dispenser.
Review Snapshot®
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.1 stars
(based on 17 reviews)
82% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Attractive(8), Easily cleaned(3), Easy set up(4), Easy to clean(7), Easy to drink from(12)
Cons:
Not durable(4)
Best Uses:
Active dogs(9), Dogs(5), Indoors(3), Larger dogs(5), Older dogs(5)
Describe Yourself:
Long-time pet owner(13)
 
Dogs 2nd best friend!
By SeedoubleyouSite Member from Tacoma, WA on 11/20/2009
Gift:
No
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Clean, Easy To Drink From
Cons:
Needs better belt clip, Small capacity
Best Uses:
Active Dogs, Outdoors, Smaller Dogs
Describe Yourself:
Long-time Pet Owner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Gulpy Water Dispenser:

My hiking companion took to this bottle right away and loves it! He knows exactly what's to come if I even grab it off my kitchen counter!

The only things I would change is to offer several different sizes and improve on the belt clip. My 60lb dog will drain the bottle within 4 miles on a summer hike, so I have to carry a seperate water bottle to refill it for him. As for the belt clip I don't like how it's molded to the 'trough' so a full bottle swings and flops around which doesn't make it very comfortable to hike with. The nice thing is that it's only the size of a normal water bottle so it fits anywhere your normal water bottles fit (side pocket on pack etc). I would still like a little more capacity though.

As for durability it's held up great. I've dropped it several times and it held up great!
I also get a ton of compliments on it from passer-bys on the trail when we are off to the side for a drink.

As long as this product is available I will own one!

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great for short outings
By tvaldezSite Member from Ferndale, MI on 10/12/2009
Gift:
No
Pros:
Dogs love it, Easy to Clean, Easy To Drink From, Great value for cost
Best Uses:
Active Dogs, Larger Dogs, Longer w camelbak, Older Dogs, Outdoors, Puppies, Short outings, Smaller Dogs
Describe Yourself:
Long-time Pet Owner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Gulpy Water Dispenser:

This has been really useful for our active family, and a great value for the cost

[2 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
I can't believe people like this thing!
By Adopt a Dog from Chicago, IL on 8/25/2009
Gift:
No
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy To Drink From
Cons:
Does not stay folded up, Not Durable, Slides Around
Best Uses:
In a backpack or pocket
Describe Yourself:
Long-time Pet Owner
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Gulpy Water Dispenser:

The belt clip part of this absolutely does not work. The weight of the filled (or even partially filled) bottle causes the bottle to separate from the drinking trough which then pulls the whole thing off of the belt, belt loop, pocket, or what have you.
If the bottle locked into the trough it would probably be fine, but it doesn't.

On the other hand it worked fine and was pretty much leak free when I carried it in my hand.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
every dog needs one of these
By g from st. thomas vi on 6/27/2009
Gift:
No
Pros:
Easy To Drink From, Good Depth
Best Uses:
Active Dogs, Indoors, Larger Dogs, Older Dogs, Outdoors, Puppies, Smaller Dogs
Describe Yourself:
Long-time Pet Owner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Gulpy Water Dispenser:

this thing is awesome. u can throw it in a pack and it doesnt leak. very convenient, my dogs and i love it. every dog owner should have one.
i use it on long hikes with no fresh water along the way, at the beach, or just running errands with the boys.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great little product
By adventureman from Fayetteville, NC on 3/23/2009
Gift:
No
Pros:
Easy to Clean, Easy To Drink From, Tough
Best Uses:
Active Dogs, Larger Dogs, Older Dogs, Outdoors, Puppies, Smaller Dogs
Describe Yourself:
Long-time Pet Owner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Gulpy Water Dispenser:

My wife bought this product for our German Shepherd. Our dog loves this little water bottle. It makes it easy to keep her hydrated and subsequently she can continue to play and burn off energy longer. I would recommend this product to anyone with an active dog that lives in a hot climate.

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
GREAT UNTIL YOU DROP IT.
By CGH from Rio Rancho, New Mexico on 3/23/2009
Gift:
No
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Clean, Easy To Drink From, Good Depth, Good Height
Cons:
Breaks easily, Not Durable, Swings around
Best Uses:
Active Dogs, Indoors, Outdoors, Smaller Dogs
Describe Yourself:
Long-time Pet Owner
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Gulpy Water Dispenser:

I liked it because it seemed to work just fine. One of the nicest I have tried (I have bought a lot of different ones) I had it for a few weeks until I dropped it and the part that is attached to the lid broke off and it can't be fixed I tried to super glued it but it won't work. I wish the plastic would more pliable so it would not break as easily.
I'm starting over and looking for the perfect one again.

 
works, but flimsy - breaks easily
By kramer the dogSite Member from Winthrop, WA on 1/23/2009
Gift:
No
Pros:
Easy To Drink From, Fits other holders
Cons:
Not Durable
Best Uses:
Dog food dish too, Outdoors
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Gulpy Water Dispenser:

Good solution for me, I'm always thirsty dog.
Complaint: My human dropped it from 2 feet and the hinge area broke completely away, now useless.

A better design would reinforce that area or change materials.

 
Ms. Sandy loves it !!!
By JazzDivaSite Member from West Palm Beach, Florida on 8/31/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Clean, Easy To Drink From, Good Depth, Good Height, Tough
Best Uses:
Active Dogs, Larger Dogs, Older Dogs, Outdoors, Puppies, Smaller Dogs
Describe Yourself:
Long-time Pet Owner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Gulpy Water Dispenser:

Ms. Sandy, my Golden Retriever took to this product from the start. It has proved to be a big plus for her when we're at the "Pooch" park, the beach or any where in between. A Great feature for Sandy is the constant aval. of fresh water at the beach. Salt water tends to make pooches sick so with this the chances of her gulping some salt water are much less.

 
Great for Road Trips!
By LeeearahSite Member from Columbus, Indiana on 8/27/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Clean, Easy To Drink From, Good Depth, Good Height, Stay Put
Best Uses:
Active Dogs, Indoors, Larger Dogs, Older Dogs, Outdoors, Puppies, Smaller Dogs
Describe Yourself:
Long-time Pet Owner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Gulpy Water Dispenser:

We took our dog on a road trip across the country. We used this to give her water and keep her hydrated along the drive. Worked perfect!

 
Awesome pet water bottle!
By Katy BearSite Member from Bethesda, MD on 6/15/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Convenient to carry, Easy to Clean, Easy To Drink From, Our 2 dogs love it
Best Uses:
Outdoors
Describe Yourself:
Long-time Pet Owner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Gulpy Water Dispenser:

Our dogs love this and know, when it comes out, that they are going for a walk. It is perfect when we know that water will be hard to come by (otherwise, we will bring the folding bowl) because we know that our dogs will always have water.

[2 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
love the flip out design
By dog hikerSite Member from Rockville, MD on 3/27/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy To Drink From
Cons:
Narrow neck bottle, Small volume
Best Uses:
Active Dogs, Outdoors, Smaller Dogs
Describe Yourself:
New Owner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Gulpy Water Dispenser:

I love the flip out water bowl so you do have to make your dog drink from your had. However, 20 oz. is not enough water for a large dog on a long hike and the bottle's narrow neck makes it hard to refill from another bottle. It would be better if the back end had a second wide mouth cap like on a nalgene bottle.

[2 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
great until it broke !
By palousepairSite Member from spokane area on 1/2/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy To Drink From
Cons:
Not Durable
Best Uses:
Active Dogs, Outdoors
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Gulpy Water Dispenser:

I loved this gulpy - till I dropped it from about 3 feet and the hinge broke -- that hard plastic means it can shatter. I would buy another, but I am looking for a different design.

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
This thing rocks!!!
By Alice1RNSite Member from Foothills of Colorado near Loveland on 11/10/2007
Pros:
Easily Cleaned, Easy Set Up, Good Construction, Lightweight, Stows Easily
Best Uses:
Dogs
Describe Yourself:
Long-time Pet Owner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Gulpy Water Dispenser:

I have been pouring water into my hand for the dog to drink : ( This is so much better for me and the dog. : ) It works great and doesn't leak either.

[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

 
I love this water dispenser!
By Miyu the corgiSite Member from Mountain View, CA on 10/15/2007
Pros:
Easily Cleaned, Easy Set Up, Good Construction, Lightweight, Stows Easily
Best Uses:
Dogs
Describe Yourself:
one year old corgi
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Gulpy Water Dispenser:

I see this filled up and I get extremely excited. Compared to all my friend's products, this thing kicks butt. It's easy to fill, easy to squeeze and set up. It's enough for my time at the park, so long as I don't have to share!

 
Perfect for the evening walk [...]
By LMSvenSite Member from Roseville, MI on 9/14/2007
Pros:
Good Construction, Lightweight, Stows Easily
Best Uses:
Dogs
Describe Yourself:
Happy owner of 2 labs, Long-time Pet Owner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Gulpy Water Dispenser:

My husband and I walk our 2 labs nightly through the neighborhood, and even during cool evenings they build up a thirst. Instead of bringing our bulky carrier we use for long hikes the gulpy is perfect to provide them with enough water to satisfy them. We love the gulpy.

 
Good value and convenience
By Ghost who walksSite Member from Cary, NC on 9/13/2007
Pros:
Easy Set Up, Lightweight, Stows Easily
Best Uses:
Dogs
Describe Yourself:
Long-time Pet Owner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Gulpy Water Dispenser:

We recently bought one of these for our trail dog. We had been carrying a rigid plastic bowl for him to drink from, and were looking for something easier to pack. This product is less expensive than a folding bowl, fits nicely into a side pocket for easy access, and does not have to be wiped dry or put away wet after use. Frankie wags his whole back end every time he sees us getting his bottle out now.

[2 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
Simple and effective
By firemanSite Member from Portland,OR on 9/12/2007
Pros:
Easily Cleaned, Easy Set Up, Good Construction, Lightweight, Stows Easily
Cons:
Small volume
Best Uses:
Dogs, Home
Describe Yourself:
Long-time Pet Owner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Gulpy Water Dispenser:

This product is great for any size dog for a short excursion. It does not hold enough water for a long hike for a medium to large size dog, so bring extra!

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