High Noon: Kudo the Crossing Guard Cat

Kudo the cat sits beside crossing guard Jon Mickelson Tuesday, waiting for children from Broadway Elementary. The cat lives near the school and shows up twice a day as students cross Broadway . Jesse Tinsley, SR photo

At Broadway Elementary School crossing guards help the students safely cross busy Broadway Avenue.

But at Broadway, crossing guards have a special helper. Kudo is a black and white cat who lives nearby and loves to greet students as they walk to and from school every day. More. Lisa Leinberger, SR

Not sure where cats got the reputation for being aloof and unfriendly. Both our cats run to the door to greet guests. Is your pet friendly?