No
because the drinking water contains chlorine, which will kill the fish
yes
Cats may put their paw in the water bowl before drinking to test the water's depth, temperature, or cleanliness. It is a natural behavior for some cats to ensure their comfort and safety while drinking.
Cats may lick water instead of drinking it directly from a bowl because they have sensitive whiskers that can be bothered by the sides of the bowl. Licking water allows them to control the amount they drink and avoid discomfort.
If you have a pet that is drinking it ;o) Or if it is hot is it evapourating?
no..
not completely
If your offering your ferret from a water bottle, try offering water in a bowl (use a heavy crock or bowl to prevent spillage) they will drink more from a bowl anyway. Make sure the water bottle is not positioned too low, so that they do not have to lower their head. If your ferret isn't drinking at all, it may be due to an illness, seek the advice of a veterinarian
Rabbits drink water from a bowl efficiently by using their lips to lap up the water, similar to how a cat drinks. They may also use their front paws to hold the bowl steady while drinking.
I would go with the bowl, since in the wild they had to get it from a pond, stream, river, etc. Drinking from a bowl would come more naturally for your hedgehog and you can avoid hassle.
Your dog may be drinking from the water fountain, because the flowing water is fresher than stagnate water in a bowl. Make sure your dog has fresh water several times a day.
Dipping your cat's paw in the water bowl is not an effective way to stop it from drinking water. It may cause stress and discomfort for your cat. Instead, ensure your cat has access to fresh water at all times and consider consulting a veterinarian if you have concerns about your cat's water intake.