Abstract: A water dispenser provides a water retaining bowl extending from a reservoir and defining a spring-loaded valve to dispense liquid, preferably fresh water or melted ice, into the bowl. The bowl also defines a threaded rod extending from the opposite end of the device to extend into the reservoir. The threaded rod receives a nut and washer to abut against the spring and hold the device against an outer wall of the reservoir. In use, a pet laps down against the bowl, thereby releasing water into the bowl. In this manner, the natural instinct of the pet is employed to operate the dispensing device.