Witch cat watchcat protocol XXXI

A witch cat is a valuable pinch hitter when a watchcat's assigned sector requires extra security...

...and when a watchcat needs to take a nap:

October 31, 2021: Watchcat Collette and her backup witch cat keep marauders at bay.

Watchcat protocol CMXCVIII

A watchcat's mind will wander sometimes, but it doesn't mean she isn't guarding her assigned sector:

October 2005: Watchcat Rosie might have been thinking about something other than guard duty, but she still took command of her guard post.

Watchcat protocol CMXCVII

A watchcat will be alert during guard duty when she's looking after a pillow with her likeness on it:

October 29, 2021: Nothing comes between Watchcat Collette and her pillow.

Watchcat protocol CMXCVI

To prevent trespassers from absconding with your reflux medication, ask Watchcat Headquarters to station a watchcat by it:

October 2014: Watchcat Sammy made sure no intruder walked off with Nexium.

Watchcat protocol CMXCV

It's important for a watchcat to show confidence while on duty.  In July 2008, Watchcat Nemo conveyed the attitude, "See?  I can keep this cat toy in its place during agility training while surveying my assigned sector."  Again, confidence--and an ability to multitask--are essential for a watchcat:

Watchcat protocol CMXCIV

If a watchcat's guardian requests it, Watchcat Headquarters will let the watchcat use the guardian's lap as a guard post.  Watchcat Lily carried out this directive this morning:

Watchcat protocol CMXCIII

In June 2007, Watchcat Rosie told and showed everyone that she was ready for anything during agility training: