I've been told that cats do this because they can't see the water and it helps them figure out where it is. My kitten does this a lot and ends up sticking her nose in it and sneezing anyway. IDK how I can help her. The best I can do is clean the mess and bring her to the dog bowl. She is able to drink from the dogs bowl better than her own oddly enough. At least Pip doesn't mind Bean drinking his water. Do you think different color bowls make sight easier? This is kind of different from your problem. Any suggestions?