At A-Breed-Apart Housesitters, we provide trustworthy housesitting and tailored pet care services designed for pet owners in the Cotswolds and South West England. With years of experience, we cater to pets of all types—from playful Labradors to independent outdoor cats—ensuring their routines and personalities are respected.
For complete peace of mind, we’re proud to be fully covered by specialist Pet Business Insurance through Protectivity. This means that whether we’re walking your dogs, caring for your cats, or minding your home and hens, you can rest assured we’re insured for
Public liability,
Key loss,
Pet Care for those unforeseen incidents.
It’s just one of the ways we demonstrate our commitment to professionalism, responsibility, and the trust you place in us. After all, caring for your beloved pets and your home isn’t just our job, it’s a privilege we take seriously.
Every year on 24th February, people across the UK and the Commonwealth are asked to remember the animals killed while in military service. Marked by the purple poppy, International War Animal Remembrance Day acknowledges the horses, dogs, pigeons, elephants, camels, and even dolphins who served with courage, often paying the ultimate price.
Dog owners can enjoy safe, rewarding walks around Lechlade by choosing appropriate riverside routes, parking sensibly, and adjusting handling for winter water levels, wind, and mud.
A dog owner can manage seasonal allergies in dogs by identifying triggers early, adjusting daily routines, and seeking timely veterinary guidance when symptoms persist.
A cat may suddenly start meowing more due to health changes, stress, ageing, or disruption to routine, and the behaviour should always be assessed calmly and methodically.
A dog may lick itself excessively due to skin irritation, allergies, anxiety, pain, or habit, and the cause is identified by observing patterns, checking the skin, and consulting a vet if needed.
A practical guide to avoiding accidental policy breaches while you’re away
A homeowner can support UK wildlife by feeding wild birds responsibly, maintaining clean feeding areas, and providing water and shelter during seasonal food shortages.
A homeowner can decide whether a Scottish Fold is appropriate by understanding its calm temperament alongside the significant, well-documented welfare risks associated with the breed’s physical traits.
A homeowner can decide if a British Shorthair is suitable by understanding its calm temperament, strong attachment to routine and place, and its measured response to unfamiliar people and change.
Few dog breeds sit quite so comfortably within the fabric of British domestic life as the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Graceful without being fragile, affectionate without being demanding, this small companion dog has long been favoured in cottages, country houses, and quieter family homes.
A pet owner can better protect their dog or cat by understanding England’s Pet Abduction Act, recognising the limits of current law, and following practical prevention and response steps.
A pet owner can choose the right pet insurance by understanding the type of cover offered, how long conditions are covered for, and what exclusions apply before signing up.
Glenn Bauer is a trusted professional specializing in pet and house sitting for rural homes and estates across the Cotswolds and South West and South England. With years of hands-on experience in managing properties and animals, he offers tailored care and solutions. His expertise is reflected in consistent 5-star client reviews. Read Glenn's journey to professional pet and house sitter Glenn and Mandy: The Journey behind A-Breed-Apart
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