Written By: Mobin
Incorporate barriers like shelves or motion-activated deterrents to physically obstruct access to counter spaces when unattended.
Never feed cats on counters and keep empty to remove any reward or motivation for jumping up to explore.
Install shelving protectors or double sided sticky sheets along countertop edges to discourage landing attempts by cats.
Use deterrent smells, textures, or sounds activated by motion sensors or pressure mats to make counters unpleasant spaces for cats.
Reward with treats when cats are on the floor and ignore unwanted counter activity to reinforce where to be.
Increase floor feeding enrichment with puzzle toys, hiding dry kibble around the floor to motivate staying low.
Offer alternative elevated exploration opportunities like outdoor catio spaces or indoor cat trees and wall perches.