i guess its trying to create a type of new yokai? or maybe ive just never heard of them before. the only one that is close to this would be a nekomata but they typically have upwards of two tails. kitsune dont work either cause, well, theyre foxes
I like how they use the cat analogy as a way to reflect a person feel a lot relieved and well kept whe they have one.
A cat girl gives an extra attraction to the plot too