So nice to have a pet cat. We have two shelter cats plus our Rosie Peke-a-Poo. Be sure to keep all thread away from your pet. My avid quilter friend had to have surgery done on her kitty as the cat ate a bunch of thread that was out on her sewing table. It was very expensive. My girls will go after my serger thread so I keep a big cover on it when not in use. Some shelters will give older cats to senior citizens in our town. Good luck with your new adventure.
Annie