So sorry about your sons cat
i just wanted to add that i have never been a cat person... Not even a little!!! But i loved the looks of the hairless sphynx... Now if u want a loving affectionate cat this would be my recommendation. We got one .. Oh about 3 years ago now. My husband and i cant get enough of this cat! He has made us both love cats. He loves to be held and has to sleep as close to me as possible. He is more like a dog than i ever thought a cat could be. The only thing is they cannot go outside alone. Only in an enclosed safe area or on a harness. I cant imagine not having a sphynx now. I would highly recommend a sphynx to anyone looking for a cat. We are soo happy we got one. Even people who think he is ugly or creepy looking ... After spending five minutes with him fall in love. Their skin is so soft and warm and they are sooo personable!