You have 8 cats? That’s amazing!
I actually don’t even own the game (my present computer can’t run it, only a two core processor and a Mac to boot), but I will get it soon when I can upgrade to a desktop. (That’s partly why I posted about the multicore optimizing, I will be using a Ryzen.) But I can supply ideas, especially lore. I’m already having some neat thoughts about the lore… I’ll explain later when I’m more aware of what I want to do.
Just a suggestion, not all of the cat models should be based on domestic cats, some should be based on small wild cats. If you are wondering “what do you mean by small wild cats”, look at this link: https://wildcatconservation.org/. You will be inspired.
And for the map… how about @BrunoSupremo’s canyon, but with swamp in the valleys? It doesn’t make sense right now, but it will once I explain my lore ideas, so just hang with me.