I have 3 cats and all enjoy "helping" me when I sew. Most of the time I can work around them, but occasionally I have to reposition (disturb) them, My youngest cat will sometimes show his displeasure by smacking my hand away when I need to move him, the other two just sigh and give me "THAT" look and resume their naps. I never charge for the extra hair that goes along with my quilt gift and if anyone mentions it I just say that I had a personal assistant while making their quilt.