Ninja, who just celebrated his eighth birthday, claims he has seven black belts in martial arts techniques. I'm not sure about that, as he was adopted from a shelter last spring. And I don't know his history. I haven't seen any black belts, but I do know about the one red collar he wears.

It is obvious that Ninja is well disciplined in stealth tactics, being able to move about in the dark without being seen.

He can sneak up on people and other critters without making a sound, even while wearing a bell on his collar!

Since Ninjas are considered spooky, dangerous and scary in Japan, I think he is a good representative for Halloween.

In the photo, Ninja practices his laid back form of Ninjutsu.