I agree, hang it on a wall rack. Our fur babies have no appreciation for heirloom quilts. To them they are just nice to cuddle in !!

Is there anyway you could hang it on the ceiling? I know it sounds kind of wierd putting a quilt on the ceiling, but that way, you'd get to see it (and everyone else) and you'd keep it out of the way of your furbabies.

quilt rack or hanger but do keep it out of the sun for it can fade..

First off, so glad you found your much loved quilt! I also would display it by hanging on a quilt shelf, or using a quilt rack..
Kif

How about a frame that can be opened if you want to use the quilt?? I had this idea for a quilt that my sister-in-law had gotten from her Grandmother and it works great!! Kind of expensive to have it professionally done, but well worth the money.