Thursday, March 14, 2024

Watchcat protocol MDCCCLIV

What indelible horror did Watchcat Lily witness on March 22, 2021?

I still don't know, but she reported it to the Cult Of Cats In Bags.  I don't know if the cult ever followed up on her findings.

Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Watchcat protocol MDCCCLIII

Watchcat Collette monitored a situation in her assigned sector closely this morning...

...and thought deeply about how to approach it:

I trust that her sound judgement led her to the right conclusion.

Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Watchcat protocol MDCCCLII

A watchcat's serious stare deters intruders:

Watchcat Nemo demonstrated this for his backup watchmouse in November 2017.

Monday, March 11, 2024

Watchcat protocol MDCCCLI

Sometimes, a watchcat's expression is hard to read.  Don't take that personally.  Trust that she has a good reason for appearing neutral during guard duty:

May 2009: Watchcat Sylvia conceals her impression of her assigned sector.  Well, not entirely...She didn't refrain completely from purring.

Sunday, March 10, 2024

Watchcat protocol MDCCCL

Intruders are more likely to retreat when a watchcat looks stern and manic:

October 2006: Watchcat Sammy practiced his disapproving expression.  Fortunately, he didn't have to use it often.

Saturday, March 9, 2024

Watchcat protocol MDCCCXLIX

When I saw this expression on Watchcat Rosie's face, I knew she was serious about keeping me safe:

March 2011: I felt secure in Watchcat Rosie's assigned sector, thanks to her vigilance.

Friday, March 8, 2024

Watchcat protocol MDCCCXLVIII

On March 31, 2019, Watchcat Lily was still easing into the routine of guard duty.  From her guard station in the bathroom vanity cabinet, she got used to sitting at one patrol point for long stretches of time:

Lily joined the watchcat patrol team on this day five years ago.  Since then, she has proven her mettle at a variety of guard posts.  Here's hoping she has a deservedly stress-free day.