[theBCnut]

It’s called submissive urination. It’s the only way he can say “OK, you’re the boss.”

As for the counter surfing, you have a choice, a crate or NEVER leave food on the counter. He has already learned that surfing has it’s own rewards, so you may be able to teach him to only do it when you aren’t watching, but he will continue to do it when you aren’t watching, unless you can prevent him from doing it altogether, or stop the reward.