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Animals Make Us Human

The free community for animal lovers.

A welcoming space where you can learn more about yourself to improve your relationship with your pets. A space for reflection, shared insight, mindfulness and practical tools. This isn't about dominance or obedience, it's about improving the human-animal bond.

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If you’ve ever said “it’s just a dog/cat/horse etc.”, then this probably isn’t the place for you! We believe all animals are More Than Human and deserve to be treated as such. We know that all animals are sentient (have positive and negative feelings) and are unique individuals with personal likes and dislikes. We are passionate about getting to know your animals and ensuring they are treated to the best quality care.

Canine, equine and feline services in Warminster and surrounding villages

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More Than Human is a welfare-focused animal care and education company, started by Gemma Sheppard in 2023. Gemma completed her MSc in Human-Animal Interaction and Wellbeing, and it is this high level knowledge that makes our services a cut above the rest. We provide welfare focused animal care services in Warminster, Westbury, Frome and the surrounding villages. 

From dog walking to farm stays, house sitting and cat visits, alpacas, sheep, rabbits, ducks, donkeys, goats… you name it! All requests are considered and larger jobs quoted on an individual basis. We strive to ensure the best care for your More Than Human animals while you are busy, at work or on holiday. Each and every animal we encounter becomes part of the pack and is treated like our own. 

Our signature Pet Relationship Coaching services are built for pet owners who feel deeply connected to their pet and want to explore how to forge a mutually respectful bond. Learn how your nervous system, emotions and energy shape your pets behaviour. 

In 2026 we will be launching our Welfare-Focused Animal Carer courses: waitlist is open now. 

We are incredibly passionate about animal welfare and education and you can learn more about what makes animals More Than Human on our blog. 

Testimonials

Gemma has looked after my puppy for lunchtime drop ins and a whole day of day care. Her communication skills have been brilliant,she is prompt, reliable and sends photos so I can see what Mr Loki has been up to while with her and he always looks like he is having fun! . Highly recommend!
Couldn't have asked for a better pet sitter. Gemma understands animals very well and was absolutely wonderful with our dog. I'd be delighted to have her look after our pup again any time, highly recommend her service.
I am so glad I was scrolling through Facebook and came across More Than Human. We have 4 dogs, so boarding can get very pricey, plus one of our dogs has experienced pretty bad anxiety since our move here from the US four months ago. Having Gemma come to our home and stay overnight with our dogs was wonderful, and the fact that she is studying animal behavior is a bonus! Our dogs absolutely adored her. I will certainly be asking her to come back, and I will definitely recommend her to friends looking for a Dogsitter!
Gemma has come to my house to walk my dogs on several occasions & I’ve been more than happy with her service !! The dogs are always so excited to see her & clearly love being with her. Her knowledge on dogs & the understanding she has towards them is amazing & it really shows when she is around them. I have learnt a lot myself about dogs from talking with Gemma which has been such a help. I couldn’t recommend any one else to help with your dogs, if you want them to feel loved & cared for like you do yourself then More Than Human is the one for you 100% !!
Gemma came and looked after our furry friends Arthur (dog) Lucy and Cobweb (cats) the fish and our home - everything was perfect. We loved the daily updates with photos of how everything was going. Thank you
Gemma drops in every week to see our two pugs! Not only do they absolutely love her but she loves them! I’m an anxious dog owner and she completely eases my mind! I highly recommend her!
Gemma has been brilliant looking after our black lab. A walk with her the dog is asleep all afternoon. Would recommend to anyone.
Gemma pops in everyday to our Bella and I couldn’t be more grateful! She is so reliable which is perfect for when we are out of the house for so long for work. Bella absolutely loves Gemma which is great to see, and it’s so comforting to know that she has all the qualifications to look after her so well. I can’t recommend her enough!
Gemma is an absolute star. William loves her, he is a very active dog and she copes with him brilliantly, taking him out with other dogs so he can have a good run off lead. Always kind and considerate and we don't know what we would do without her. Thank you for everything you do for William. Susan Harris
I’m so pleased I’ve met Gemma, she is an absolute star looking after my horses like they are her own whilst I run my busy business. Gemma always goes that extra mile to make sure my boys are well cared for and have everything they need she always keeps me posted by WhatsApp messages and is at the end of her phone if I need her at short notice. Thank you so much Gemma from me and the boys.

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