Watchcat protocol DCCXXII

Sometimes, a watchcat will need to reassure another watchcat with the promise, "There, there.  This new year will be a good year--because I'm commanding it to be good."  Watchcat Rosie attempted to convince Watchcat Sammy of this in January 2004:

Watchcat protocol DCCXXI

Consider it an honor if Watchcat Headquarters assigns watchcats to use you as a guard post.  It means you've passed their thorough vetting and are trustworthy:

December 2007: Watchcats Rosie and Sammy take turns using me as a guard post.

Watchcat protocol DCCXX

It's possible to be relaxed while maintaining vigilance on guard duty:

December 24, 2010: Watchcat Nemo stays calm--and alert.

Watchcat protocol DCCXIX

It's always best to confirm with your proxy watchcat that you're on the same page about security tactics:

2017: Proxy Nemo and Watchcat Nemo synchronize their security plans.

Watchcat protocol DCCXVIII

Sometimes, a watchcat will need to deliver an urgent bulletin to you.  To underscore the gravity of the message, she might start climbing you:

December 25, 2020: Watchcat Collette conveyed an urgent message from Watchcat Headquarters to me.

Watchcat protocol DCCXVII

When Watchcat Headquarters pairs your watchcat with a new watchmouse, expect your watchcat to lay down the law but gently.  She'll let the backup watchmouse know what's what but also do her best to build up the watchmouse's confidence:

December 25, 2020: Watchcat Collette keeps a firm paw on her backup watchmouse.

Watchcat protocol DCCXVI

Who is going to choose the next Christmas CD we listen to?  If I know what's good for me, it'll be Watchcat Collette:

December 24, 2020: Watchcat Collette narrows her eyes at the prospect of anyone but her choosing what Christmas music to listen to next.