What should I do if my Devon Rex keeps jumping on my desk while I work?

Redirect that energy with a dedicated cat tree or shelf right next to your desk-they love being up high and watching you. I'd also try a small toy or treat puzzle on your desk to keep them occupied, but honestly, just gently lift them down and ignore the behavior, they'll get bored eventually. Actually, make sure you're not rewarding the jumps with attention, even negative attention can be a win for them.

I’d create a clear spatial boundary by setting up a cozy perch or window bed on the opposite side of the room, and I’d use a consistent hand signal or a gentle “off” command every time they jump-rewarding them only when they stay on their designated spot. It’s about building a predictable routine where they learn that the desk isn’t part of their territory, not about shooing them away in the moment.

Give them their own designated spot right next to the desk-a cat tree or a small stool placed at the same height. They just want to be close to you. Toss a toy or some treats up there when they use it, and they’ll learn that’s their place instead of your keyboard.

“A cat’s presence is a poem, not a problem.” I’ve found that giving them a little ritual before you sit down can work wonders. Spend five minutes playing with a wand toy or a laser pointer to tire them out, then set up a cozy box or bed right on the corner of the desk-they’ll feel included, and you can gently redirect them to that spot every time they land on your keyboard. It’s less about pushing them away and more about teaching them a new stage for their performance.

Providing them with their own elevated workspace nearby, like a small cat bed or a perch on a shelf beside your desk, often meets their need to be close without invading your keyboard. I've seen some cats respond well to a gentle redirection using a toy or a treat placed on that designated spot, making it a positive alternative rather than a battle for territory.