Witch cat watchcat protocol XVII

When a watchcat is about to go on break and take a nap, Watchcat Headquarters permits a witch cat to take over guard duty:

October 26, 2019: Watchcat Sylvia settles in for a nap while a witch cat stands guard.

Watchcat protocol CCCLXXV

As elementary as it sounds, a watchcat's job is to appear guarded:

2011: Watchcat Nemo at his guard post, conveying, "I see you," to anyone who walks by.

Watchcat protocol CCCLXXIV

If you ask for it and prove that you can still be an effective watchcat, Watchcat Headquarters might provide you with a covered cat bed:

October 25, 2019: Watchcat Lily on alert at her covered guard post.

Watchduck protocol II

Per Watchduck Headquarters, watchducks are permitted to have a swim, as long as they don't stray too far from their guard posts:

November 2007: A watchduck swims near the guard post in Des Peres Park.  This is possibly the best photo I've ever taken of a duck.

Watchduck protocol

Obviously, it isn't reasonable or realistic to have watchcats with you in every situation.  It's good to know that when you're at a park, a team of watchducks will provide security:

October 24, 2019: Watchducks at their guard posts on the rocks in Kirkwood Park.

Watchcat protocol CCCLXXIII

If you have one stubborn piece of fur that won't stay down, it's permissible for another watchcat to try to make it stay down.  However, at least one watchanimal must pay attention to the assigned sector:

2013: Watchcat Rosie licks Watchcat Sammy's fur.  A watchmouse had temporary guard duty.

Watchcat protocol CCCLXXII

It's important to make sure that your watchcat has sufficient backup:

 

2014: Watchcat Sammy stays confident at his guard post, knowing that he has a watchmouse and Blue Cat as backup--and kick toys for weapons.