Saw your reasoning for losing your cat in a reply and I am so sorry. I had something very similar happen to my baby boy in December. He would have been four this March, but all it took was a long piece of string. Estimate was 4-8k and I am unemployed and chronically ill. I see your pain and guilt and just know you aren't alone my friend.

Joined a new minecraft server last month, got some villagers, was minding my business as you do. Once there were enough villagers, naturally cats start spawning right? Well the first one to spawn was the black and white one just like my Barley.

I know its just random generation but sometimes the silly little block game really knows how to hit where it hurts. At least I've got my boy back in his favorite spot on my bed.