I have done this too! Unfortunately, not only did I break the needle I got the machine out of timing. My brand new at that time Bernina went back in the shop. Luckily it was a free repair.
I have two ragdoll cats myself Raggiemom. A blue point mitted and a seal point bi color. They are the most loving cats. My avatar is my big goofy Maine Coon and to round out the household I have a Norwegian Forest cat and a little domestic shorthair rescue. All but the rescue are boys. Oh yes I have a big goofy dog too.