Domestic longhair cat
  • 1 Daily Visit £14
  • 2 Daily Visits £24

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About Me

The Cat Man in Hurst

Hello, my name is Duncan. I have had cats around me all my life and find them wonderful little creatures. We have a cat too, who is nearly 3 years old and called Pizza!

First, there was Poppy, a loving and gentle cat who had seven kittens. We kept one and named him Flump; he became a big one, very cuddly and soppy. These were my childhood cats. Sadly they have now passed.

As an adult, my cat was called Monk (sometimes called Teddy Bear Face!). He was very bright, mischievous and lots of fun, and always retained his kitten spirit. He enjoyed to climb on my shoulder and sit like a parrot. This always made me smile and was thoroughly amusing.

I'm a freelance artist and graphic designer (also pet portraits) and have recently moved to Hurstpierpoint with my wife and 10-year-old daughter. I have a character on my art website that I call Vurt Cat (who I kind of think of as myself), you can have a look if you would like to: duncanallan.net

I live in Hurstpierpoint, I am able to travel within a 1 mile radius of where I live, only this distance as I will be travelling by bicycle.

  1. Making friends I will try to make friends with your cat (at their pace.) I know that cats have to decide first if they want to. Most cats will want to, some cats won't. Usually, I find that most cats can sense that I'm a cat person.

  2. Dependable and reliable If I make arrangements to look after your cat/cats, I will be there guaranteed. Whatever the weather. I am sensitive to a cat's needs, and I wouldn't want to miss a meal, so why should they!

  3. Visiting times I can make up to 2 visits a day if necessary and stay for a period of time, I can stay for a short while so your cat has a bit of company and fuss them a bit if that's something that makes them happy.

  4. Eating I will give them food and water (whichever kind you leave for me) and make sure bowls are clean

  5. Litter tray I will empty this as and when it looks as though it needs doing, and at least once at the end of the week before your return (if it was a week). Whatever your prefence is really.

  6. Anything else cat-related, I'm all ears. I will do what I can to help.

I love cats and I will look after them while you are away, so don't worry about leaving them. I look forward to meeting them (and you!)

My Reviews

  • 16 Jul 25

    sarah m

    Hassocks

    Duncan was great and took good care of our cat. Highly recommend. Thank you!

  • 16 Jun 25

    Ali w

    Hassocks

    Duncan took excellent care of our two cats and sent photos of them, looking quiet content whilst we were away. He even topped up the bird/squirrel feeders. We felt reassured that all our menagerie was well looked after.

  • 27 Apr 25

    Ellie C

    West sussex

    Duncan was great. Very friendly, and sent me regular updates about my boys while I was away. Took the time to try to make friends with them. Thanks so much!

  • 26 Feb 25

    Jane k

    Hassocks

    Duncan did a fabulous job with our group of four very different cats. He made friends with all of them and sent me lots of lovely photos. I would highly recommend him.

  • 22 Feb 25

    Katy

    Hassocks

    Duncan did a fantastic job of looking after our cats recently, really friendly and great communication. Would thoroughly recommend, and hope to book him again for our next break!

  • 18 Nov 24

    Laura S

    Hassocks

    We were away for longer this time and I knew Charlie would be well cared for with Duncan. Great daily updates and Charlie was extremely content on our return. I think he now misses Duncan! Thanks again

  • 7 Nov 24

    Laura S

    Hassocks

    Duncan is a really kind and thoughtful cat sitter. Taking time and care to get to know Charlie and sending great updates and pictures. Thanks so much Duncan, Charlie looks forward to seeing you again soon!

  • 8 Sept 24

    Jordanna T

    Hassocks

    Duncan was a wonderful sitter for the cats, we've been totally at ease knowing he's checking in on them 😻 Appreciated the daily updates and photos. Thanks again, we'll definitely be in touch for future bookings!

  • 27 Jul 24

    Viv A

    Sayers Common

    So lovely to have Duncan look after our tjrew - we got photos and updates on how they were doing after each visit, and I could see they'd been fussed over. 100% recommended. Thank you!!

  • 10 Jan 24

    Danny T

    Hassocks

    Excellent as always. Came home to a happy cat!

  • 21 Nov 23

    Danny T

    Hassocks

    Duncan is a fantastic cat sitter. He really goes above and beyond! I can't recommend him enough!

  • 30 Aug 23

    Kerry Y

    Hurstpierpoint

    Thank you again Duncan for looking after Kasper. We really appreciate your updates whilst we are away.

  • 26 Jul 23

    Kerry Y

    Hurstpierpoint

    Thank you Duncan for looking after Kasper. It gave us peace of mind to know that you were visiting him and we really appreciated your photo updates. Thank you again.

  • 17 Jul 23

    connor

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    Duncan was great at keeping us updated and providing photos whilst we were away. Clearly a cat lover which gives added peace of mind

  • 25 Jun 23

    Danny T

    Hassocks

    Duncan was the perfect cat sitter.

    All communication was clear and concise.

    He made a real effort with Flora (Our cat), we recieved regular updates with photos, which really helped us to relax on holiday. We returned to a very happy cat!

  • 13 May 23

    Jane C

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    Darcey was very well looked after and Duncan kept me informed how she was with lots of photos and updates. Darcey really liked him too!! Many thanks

  • 2 Mar 23

    Ellie B

    Hassocks

    Duncan took such great care of our cat. He updated us with daily pictures of her and spent time giving her lots of attention. We came home to a very happy cat.

  • 28 Oct 22

    Craig D

    Hassocks

    We felt really comfortable leaving our two cats in the care of Duncan. Communication beforehand was quick and clear. When Duncan met our cats, it was really clear that he is an animal lover, and that was important to us. We wouldn't hesitate to use him again in future.

  • 11 Apr 22

    Emily

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    Duncan is very kind and understanding to our cats needs, and sent us updates after each visit. We came back to a happy cat and everything was as if we hadn’t been away at all :)

  • 7 Mar 22

    Rhiannon H

    Hassocks

    Our first time using a cat sitter and thanks to Duncan it was a total success! Duncan was really friendly and reliable, communication was great and we were very grateful for his daily WhatsApp updates and photos that let us know our cat was safe and happy. Came home to a very contented cat, would definitely recommend!

My Furry clients

  • Carole

  • Greg

  • Gilbert

  • Bob

  • Molly

  • Misha

  • Eric/Otto

  • Dasha/Sacha

  • Charlie

  • Tilly

  • Chester

  • Sooty

  • Honey

  • Sweep

  • Lady

  • Flora

  • Kasper

  • Flori/Romi

  • Flora

  • Darcey

  • Rosie

  • Rupert & Nova

  • Pizza

  • Cleo

  • Zula

  • Monk

  • Flump

  • Luna

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