A logical station for a gift inspector

Logically, a cat who takes on the role of gift inspector is also suited for keeping watch over the wrapping paper:

2002: Sammy, the wrapping paper guardian.

Inspecting the Christmas gifts

You never know when there might be a Christmas gift under the tree for you.  Sammy checked out the tags of wrapped presents in December 2004.

Vigilant cats waiting for Santa

December 24, 2003: Sammy and Rosie wait for Santa Claus.  Rosie recited her list of gifts politely but firmly to Santa, so I imagine she got what she wanted.

Judge Sammy on the bench

Spring 2010: When Judge Sammy asked a plaintiff or defendant to approach the bench, he spoke literally.

No pillow available?

A pair of shoes makes an acceptable substitute, as Sammy illustrated in 2006:

Preparing for cold Winter nights

Although cats have fur to keep them warm, additional insulation is sometimes necessary:

2005: Sammy, insulating himself in a gold blanket.

Watchcat protocol III

Once again, even if two watchcats are assigned to cover the same general area, they can still monitor different segments of it.  Rosie and Sammy illustrate this again in 2011:

However, when the situation warrants it, it doesn't hurt to have two sets of eyes on the same area: