As a fearsome, formidable Feline, you don’t need protection per se.
Still when you’re catching your requisite 18+ hours of daily shut-eye, it’s nice to know that Mr. Fox and his buddy the enormous goldfish have your back.
A great pair of watchdogs has one dog to watch up high and one dog to watch the middle and lower ground for threats, squirrels, friends and treats not necessarily in that order.
To maximize security, it is essential to have two Guard Cats on duty at any given time so that when one takes his nap break the other will remain vigilant to any and all threats to the Fort.