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 individual likes and dislikes. We are passionate about getting to know your animals and ensuring they are treated to the best quality care.
More Than Human (formerly Gem’s Pets) is a pet sitting business started by Gemma Sheppard in 2023. We provide welfare focused animal care services in Warminster and the surrounding villages. We don’t just look after dogs and cats, we have also covered horses, pigs, goats, guinea pigs, chickens, ducks, even alpacas! Get in touch today for a quote, we are happy to consider any species.
We are 2 humans and one dog who are passionate about animal welfare and education. 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.
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What is animal welfare?
What is Animal Welfare? Animal welfare refers to the physical and emotional wellbeing of an animal in relation to how well it can cope with its surroundings. The World Organisation
Can horses do mathematics?
Clever Hans – The Horse That Could Count? The most famous story of a horse supposedly doing maths dates back to the early 20th century with a horse named Clever
How did horses become domesticated?
The domestication of horses is a fascinating journey that had a significant impact on human history. Horses, known scientifically as Equus ferus caballus, were first domesticated around 5,500 years ago
How do pigeons find their way home?
Pigeon Navigation Pigeons are renowned for their exceptional homing abilities. They have been used for communication for centuries, thanks to their remarkable capacity to return to their home lofts from
What is enrichment?
Enrichment comes from activities that mentally and physically stimulate an animal’s mind, body, and senses. These activities often mimic the animals’ instinctive, species specific behaviours. Westlund (1) proposed that enrichment
Does my cat love me?
Evolution and domestication Cats are often, perhaps mistakenly, labelled as aloof or unaffectionate. This may be because people are comparing them with ‘man’s best friend’, but in fact, felines communicate