Lynne,
Cats are wonderful and they are always looking for quilty spots.
Ten years ago I was placing blocks on the back of a flannel tablecloth which was on the floor. You guess it, our golden retriever needed to lay on those blocks. Would get him off and he was right back on the blocks. The quilt was completed but I decided not to keep it for it didn't look that great. Four months later, our 15 1/2 year old golden passed away. I still have that quilt and will never give it away. He loved being beside me while I sewed. I still miss him.
Can't wait to see your quilt.