Meet the Team
Meet the Team
Alan Forster
Alan – Partner. From farming background married a farmers daughter, Audrey (hence the A & A)! and established A & A Animal hotel in August 1993. They both have many years experience of caring for animals and was an ambition for a long time to open an animal hotel, where people can feel at home leaving their much loved pets in our care.
Nicky Bell
Nicky – Partner. Having grown up with animals all my life, it was of no surprise that I wanted to work with animals. Working with horses upon first leaving school until I was able to get a position at our local vets to train and be a veterinary nurse. I then began to work at home here at A & A Animal Hotel, being made a Partner in August 2002. I also hold a First Aid at Work and Canine First Aid Certificates.
Marrying a farmer, Andrew, who you may see mowing the grass or carrying out maintenance jobs. We have two amazing daughters, Georgina and Emma, two wonderful S.I.L’s Gary & Dan and currently four wonderful Grandson’s! Which as you can imagine keep me very busy in my spare time!!
With both families living on site we can make sure guests are safe and secure at all times. We have a number of pets of our own, including dogs, cats, horses, guinea pigs, chickens and fish!
Lauren Bermingham
Lauren – Manageress. I’ve worked at A & A Animal hotel for over eleven years now. I attended Reaseheath College where I studied and gained an ‘Animal Management Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma’ cetificate. I have also completed a Team Leader / supervisor course and a Customer Service course with Total People. I also hold a Canine First Aid certificate and Emergency First Aid at Work certificate.
I have always had a passion for animals, especially dogs as I’ve grown up with them all my life. I currently have a dalmatian called Luna.
In my spare time I enjoy days out and spending time with Luna ,friends and family.
Keri
Keri – Deputy Manager. I’m a passionate and experienced animal care professional, with a Bachelor’s degree in Zoology, specialising in Animal Behaviour. I’ve been working with animals since I was 15.
I’m also certified in both canine and human first aid, and currently own two cats, two dogs and three snakes. Animals have always been a central part of my life and I’m dedicated to their wellbeing and care.
Chloe
Chloe – Senior Kennel Assistant. I’ve been part of the A&A Animal Hotel team for over two years and my favorite part of the job is getting to know each pet’s unique quirks – especially the “sassy” ones!
I hold a Level 3 Diploma in Animal Management and am fully qualified in both Pet & Human First Aid, so your companions are always in safe hands.
While I have a soft spot for Staffordshire Bull Terriers, I’m constantly finding new breeds to fall in love with here at the hotel.
My passion for animals continues at home with my own busy crew: two cats (Trevor & Harold) a Guinea Pig (Frank) and a rat (Alan)
Keira
Keira – Kennel Assistant. I’ve been working at A&A Animal Hotel since I was 14 years old. I started with a weekend and holiday job and then was lucky enough to do my apprenticeship here, gaining a Level 2 Animal Management qualification and now have a permanent full time job. I also hold a Canine First Aid certificate and enjoy working with nervous animals, watching them progress into confident cuddly fur babies!
I have always had animals in my life and don’t see that changing. I currently have 5 dogs, 2 African Land Snails, a Guinea Pig, rabbit and a select of birds and chicks!
In my free time I enjoy working on my car and spending time with family and friends.
Jasmine
Jasmine – Kennel Assistant. I’ve been obsessed for as long as I can remember, so turning it into a career was a dream come true!
I’ve spent over four years working with animals and have qualifications including Dog First Aid, Dog Law and Safety Canine Behaviour and Customer service.
At home I have two very loved dogs – Lula, my energetic Cocker spaniel and Frank, my slightly grumpy (and very opinionated!) Shih Tzu. We love going on adventures together and they definitely keep me on my toes!
Phoebe
Phoebe – Kennel Assistant. I attended Reaseheath College for three years studying Animal Management, where I gained my Level 2 Extended Certificate. I was invited to travel to Namibia for two weeks to an animal rehabilitation center for local wildlife. I have been working with animals since 2014.
I’ve grown up with animals all my life from dogs, Guinea Pigs, rabbits, fish and rats.
In my spare time I love taking my dog, Diesel, to the doggy fields and also spending time with my Fiancé and family.