Your cat is as cute as can be, and you want to make a point to share your home with her as thoroughly as you can. However, there will still be places that you’d rather she didn’t spend time, like your kitchen counters.

To teach your pet to stay off your counters, you will need to let her know she isn’t welcome in that area. Tell her ‘no’ firmly when she hops up, and remove her from the countertop. Place her in an area you don’t mind her hanging out in. You can also think about why she is jumping up there, and try to mimic this in other areas of your home. For example, if she likes the height, purchase a cat tree for her to sit atop. For more information, please contact your local Indianapolis, IN vet clinic.