A kitchen counter might simply be a working space to you but to your pet, trust me, it’s a gold mine waiting to be explored at the slightest opportunity. Its captivating aromas, mouth-watering sights, make it virtually irresistible to our adorable furry friends who would even resort to stealing just to have a bite.
Stealing food, which is also known as "counter surfing," is “an opportunistic behavior that arises realization that such behavior pays off, so animals are drawn to repeat it. Luckily, these dogs and cats were all caught in the act of committing their petty crimes, but even if we all forgive them, it doesn’t mean they won’t do it again. And again.
The good news is that one can indeed train their pet not to steal food. Animal behavior experts suggest reinforcing an incompatible behavior, such as staying on their mat and rewarding them with high-value treats every time one prepares or eats a meal.
It is also important to avoid leaving food on countertops or tables when one cannot supervise their pets sufficiently. When done repeatedly, a pet will less likely resort to stealing food.
Meanwhile, check out this batch of four-legged animals with a big appetite caught in the act of stealing food.
#1 The Egg Thief
bbykaat
#3 He Ate Our Straberry Jam To His Full Then Took A Sweetnap At The Crime Scene
Esberat
#4 I Got Up To Look Outside Only To Find Him With A Slice Of My Pizza.
Detective51
#4 What Happened to The Catnip?
anlyin
#5 Apologies To Any Of My Neighbours Who Lost A Whole Pack Of Ribs
lovewhatreallymatters
#6 Smart Kitty
Radtoria
#7 When A Cat Runs To The Fridge Every Time, A Sign Is Necessary
Carrot.the.cat
#8 Meet Neji The Cat That Loves Stealing Bagel Bites And Pretends To Be Asleep When Found
eclipseb2k2
#9 The wicked Smile After Stealing Corn Bites When Mum Is Not Looking
hazeleyedsummer
#10 Mr. Muffins Grabbing A Muffin
ArmageddonWasp
#11 Cute Thief That Couldn't Resist The Cinnamon Rolls
_sophocles_
#12. Mr Sugar Paws Caught In The Act Of Stealing Some Raw Cauliflower, His favorite
a2gemma
#13 My Dog Showed Up At The Door With Some Unopened Nachos I Didn't Order
Pitx1
#14 Cat Steals Some Potatoes and Walks Around Like Nothing Happened
SithLady
#15. Who Are The Bread?
moebububu
#16 Kitten Plotting How To Steal Food From Top Of The Fridge
the_ZA
#17 Stealth Thief Caught In The Act, That's His Nose Poking
ILikeCuteGifsAndICannotLie
#18 Self-Sustained Dog With A Pepperoni Pizza
#19. If I can Only Squeeze Enough I think I Can Reach It
#20 Cookie The Cat Caught Trying To Steal Some Cheese
Loptimist
#21 Who Stole My Lunch?
tylersaurus8
#22 Such a Cheeky Chap
RexChapman
#23 After Getting Bursted, He Decided To Freeze
KCdadO
#24. Identity Of The Flour Thief Remains Unknown
Devon-Day
#25 Yogi Red-Pawed Stealing From A Picnic Basket. She'sToo Cute To Be Mad
TheImprobable
