Cats love to jump up on the kitchen counters. Prevention is the key to stopping this behavior. Provide perches such as windowsills, furniture or a cat tree. Put treats on these perches to entice your cat into using them. Do not leave food on your counters. Until your cat stays off the counters consistently, cover them something cats find unpleasant to step on like bubble wrap, double-sided tape or even water. Cats also don’t like a citrus smell so adding lemon juice to the counter helps too. Keep lots of fun toys to play with on the floor and exercise your cat daily to work off any excess energy. If your cat jumps up on the counter, give them a stern “NO” and quickly and gently put them on the floor. Most importantly, do not punish your cat. Contact your Villa Rica Area, GA veterinary clinic for more information.