keep cats off the kitchen counters and table

First, decide who's boss in your kitchen, you or the cat. Once, you've made your mind up, there's no turning back. You'll feel empowered to do something about the situation.

Second, take note of the damage being caused by cats on kitchen surfaces. These include fur/pet dander on your kitchen surfaces where meals are prepared and broken or rearrranged ojects such as glass ware. Not to the mention, Fluffy is just plain in your way.

Purchase a spray bottle. We found one in a colorful hot pink.

Fill bottle with water.

Aim and fire the next time your cat gets on the counters. You may have to continue spraying for a few seconds, but Snowball will quickly realize he or she is getting drinched. Believe me, it won't take more than one or two incidents for your cat to get the picture. This really works.