How do I keep a cat off the counter
How do I keep a cat off the counter
user
We can see how important this is to you, and I can work with you to find a solution, but you need to understand that if you are rude about this, the cat won’t have a very high opinion of you.  Maybe if you can explain why the cat is so problematic?  I can then help you to find a solution to your problem.
assistant
The cat keeps jumping on the kitchen counter. What should I do?
user
Well, here are a few ideas:
assistant
Is there a way to prevent a feline from jumping on the kitchen counter?
user
* Put away the plate.  Even if you need to use it in the future, putting it away now helps to keep the cat from jumping on the counter.
assistant
I hear that spraying a cat with water will work.  What do you think?
user