Watchcat protocol MMDCXLI

Watchcat Lily asked visitors to back up while she surveyed her assigned sector on July 15, 2026:

Everyone complied, as they knew it's important not to compromise a watchcat's field of vision.

Watchcat protocol MMDCXL

Watchcat Collette was so at ease during this morning's agility training session.  She held onto her Cat Dancer toy without breaking a sweat and even smiled while she did so:

Watchcat protocol MMDCXXXIX

Watchcat Lily appreciated having her efforts rewarded with a belly scratch on July 15, 2026:

Watchcats on break LXII

While attempting to move from room to room this afternoon, I walked much slower than I would have.  Watchcat Collette insisted on walking ahead of me and taking her time.

Some people would call this her form of control.  I say it's a watchcat securing the premises, ensuring they're safe for the person she's guarding.

That's the spin I'm choosing to believe, anyway.

Watchcats on break LXI

At least once when I've been barely awake, I've heard what I thought was a meow and called out to my cat in another room, "Collette, was that you?"  Then, I've mumbled to myself, "Of course, it was you.  Who else around here meows?"

Naturally, it was Watchcat Collette.  It's always Watchcat Collette.  Why wouldn't it be? 

Watchcats on break LX

Another recommendation of music to enjoy with your watchcat during a siesta: Astrud Gilberto.  Some of her vocals have that winding-down-for-the-day aspect I mentioned about Toots Thielemans, while others have life-affirming energy.

Watchcat Collette has responded equally contentedly to both aspects of Gilberto's singing during her breaks from guard duty, so I'm pleased that my musical selections are being well-received.

Watchcats on break LIX

Whenever I listen to harmonica selections by Toots Thielemans, I always enjoy the mellow, winding-down-for-the-day aspect of his music.

Watchcat Collette appreciates it, as well, as it inspires her to stretch out and purr near me.

After a long day of guard duty, a watchcat deserves a siesta and appropriately pleasant musical accompaniment.