Monday, November 14, 2022

Watchcat protocol MCCCLXXI

Watchcat Lily had the right attitude on November 10, 2022.  Her expression indicated, "No one will hassle you on my watch.  You can bet on that:"


Sunday, November 13, 2022

Watchcat protocol MCCCLXX

It's considerate to give your watchcat a token of appreciation on or around Christmas:


December 2015: Watchcat Sylvia enjoys her new catnip toy.

Saturday, November 12, 2022

Watchcat protocol MCCCLXIX

Watchcats are entitled to nap breaks every so often.  When they take their naps, make sure to have at least one watchhuman on hand to keep an eye on things:

November 2004: Watchcats Sammy and Rosie take a Watchcat Headquarters-approved siesta.

Friday, November 11, 2022

Watchcat protocol MCCCLXVIII

It's reassuring when a watchcat projects confidence.  Watchcat Lily demonstrated this during guard duty yesterday:



Thursday, November 10, 2022

Watchcat protocol MCCCLXVII

In January 2020, Watchcat Collette's ears picked up a disturbance.  Was it someone coming to take the groceries?  If so, Collette was ready:


Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Watchcat protocol MCCCLXVI

Watchcat Sylvia's sly demeanor during guard duty in November 2008 masked a kind heart.  Actually, it didn't mask it entirely.  Anyone hearing Sylvia purr loudly would have inferred that she was thinking, "Yes, I'm watching this assigned sector, and trespassers aren't allowed, but as long as you leave quietly without breaking any other rules, this will end peacefully:"


Tuesday, November 8, 2022

Watchcat protocol MCCCLXV

Watchcat Nemo knew a tall tale when a trespasser told it.  His narrowed eyes in December 2010 made a scofflaw retreat quickly: