StayAway by Contech delivers a short burst of air and an ear piercing whistle to startle cats from jumping on counters, tables or other forbidden places. Once StayAway sounds off, your cat understands the meaning clearly and will leap down immediately.

Setting up this canister is quick and easy.There is a convenient On/Off switch (I suggest that when you are in the room, you turn the switch to off) the canister is very sensitive to any movement. The canister requires AAA batteries to operate.

There are 200 bursts of air/sound in each canister. You have a five-position adjustable motion sensor. Replacement canisters can be purchased through Contech Electronics by calling 1-800-767-8658. StayAway comes with a 2-year limited warranty.

One of the newest arrivals at my home, Cole is a stove jumper. None of my other cats jump on the stove, so I have no clue why this curious, black kitten feels the need to be up there. I set the canister up, placing it at the back of the stove, nozzle and sensor pointing outward. Then I left the room.

A few minutes passed then suddenly, I heard a burst of air release along with a high-pitched squeal. My armed guard had delivered!

I heard the satisfying plop of four paws landing on the floor and then scurrying away.

At night, before I go to bed, I set StayAway on my kitchen counter. It remains on guard until the morning. Periodically, through the night, I can hear it doing its job.

Less intrusive than the standard squirt bottle that some cat owners use, StayAway is a humane method to stop unwanted behavior.

Cats love to jump on to high places, but now that my cats know StayAway is on guard, they keep their paws off my counters and stove. This is purrfectly fine with me.

To order this invaluable training device, contact Contech at the above 800 number, or email info@scarecrow.com