I love furbabies, other peoples' furbabies. The last thing I would do is to get that cat a brother or sister. Nothing like more holes in quilts! No offense please! I would have a fit if a cat or other furbaby put a hole in one of my quilts. Hiss at her really loud, maybe she will get the message.
I know your quilt will turn out okay. You have gotten plenty of good suggestions here.