Doodles was the nicest, softest, sweetest cat we have ever had. He loved to lay on the couch with his head in our laps while we scratched the top of his head, his ears and under his chin. If we stopped, he would lay one of his paws on our arm until we began scratching and petting him again. Unfortunately, at 14 years old, he developed severe respiratory problems and weight loss which we were unable to alleviate. Our vet said it was time. Doodles' last moments were quiet and peaceful. We will miss him dearly.