About us
Paula Staff – Founder/Owner
I am married with two grown sons and live close to the crèche in Weyhill. As Founder/Owner of Coco’s, I will be running the business with the support of my dedicated team, but will also be very much hands-on with regard to looking after the dogs in our care. As a life-long dog lover, I am currently the proud mum of Bertie and Coco. Bertie is our little white Labrador Beagle cross (we think), who was found wandering on the motorway in Romania fairly elderly and completely blind. The famous Coco is a female chocolate Labrador, who is very beautiful and full of beans. Until 2016, we also owned our beloved chocolate Lab Barney, who was the inspiration behind the crèche.
Prior to starting the business, I had worked at senior management level in customer service for over 20 years. Throughout my career, I took pride in building highly motivated teams, who are committed to doing their best for the customer, and I have carried this ethos into the team here at Coco’s. We are all DBS checked and dog first aid trained. I am studying dog behaviour and will shortly be attending a course by the renowned Dog Listener, Jan Fennell. I have also helped re-home Labradors for a rescue charity.
I am married with two grown sons and live close to the crèche in Weyhill. As Founder/Owner of Coco’s, I will be running the business with the support of my dedicated team, but will also be very much hands-on with regard to looking after the dogs in our care. As a life-long dog lover, I am currently the proud mum of Bertie and Coco. Bertie is our little white Labrador Beagle cross (we think), who was found wandering on the motorway in Romania fairly elderly and completely blind. The famous Coco is a female chocolate Labrador, who is very beautiful and full of beans. Until 2016, we also owned our beloved chocolate Lab Barney, who was the inspiration behind the crèche.
Prior to starting the business, I had worked at senior management level in customer service for over 20 years. Throughout my career, I took pride in building highly motivated teams, who are committed to doing their best for the customer, and I have carried this ethos into the team here at Coco’s. We are all DBS checked and dog first aid trained. I am studying dog behaviour and will shortly be attending a course by the renowned Dog Listener, Jan Fennell. I have also helped re-home Labradors for a rescue charity.
Lucy - Assistant Crèche Manager
Lucy joined Coco's back in the Summer of 2017 shortly after we opened. She initially worked as a volunteer while at University but we soon realised what an incredible asset she was to the team and were able to offer her a few paid hours to fit in around her studies. An extremely efficient and organised member of the team, Lucy has grown significantly in confidence during her time here and, along with Lauren, she is now responsible for the daytime operations at the crèche in Paula's absence.
Lucy has a lovely calming influence with all our dogs and her extensive knowledge has been gained from working with excellent local trainers and behaviourists, as well as the many dog walking groups to which she belongs. These also form part of her ongoing learning with her own beautiful German Shepherd, Harley, who is a great example of the breed and testament to the hours of training, exercise and love that Lucy invests in him. Lucy is our creative genius and is always coming up with the most fun games and activities to keep both dogs and humans at the crèche entertained. Lucy is also qualified in dog first aid and canine massage.
Lucy joined Coco's back in the Summer of 2017 shortly after we opened. She initially worked as a volunteer while at University but we soon realised what an incredible asset she was to the team and were able to offer her a few paid hours to fit in around her studies. An extremely efficient and organised member of the team, Lucy has grown significantly in confidence during her time here and, along with Lauren, she is now responsible for the daytime operations at the crèche in Paula's absence.
Lucy has a lovely calming influence with all our dogs and her extensive knowledge has been gained from working with excellent local trainers and behaviourists, as well as the many dog walking groups to which she belongs. These also form part of her ongoing learning with her own beautiful German Shepherd, Harley, who is a great example of the breed and testament to the hours of training, exercise and love that Lucy invests in him. Lucy is our creative genius and is always coming up with the most fun games and activities to keep both dogs and humans at the crèche entertained. Lucy is also qualified in dog first aid and canine massage.
Lauren - Assistant Crèche Manager
Lauren joined us in October 2017 following completion of her Animal Management Level 3 Diploma at Sparsholt College and a few months working at a local veterinary practice. Lauren has also recently qualified as a Level 3 Groomer at Sparsholt and now spends her Thursdays off grooming many of our dogs who come to the crèche. Demonstrating abilities and maturity beyond her years, Lauren has developed considerably during her time at Coco's and, along with Lucy, is now responsible for the day to day running of the crèche.
A very capable and mature team member, Lauren is extremely effective at dealing with challenging situations and ensuring the crèche runs smoothly even on our busiest days. Lauren is the proud owner of Benjy and Molly, her two little rescues from the Dogs Trust, and she loves to spend her leisure time taking them for long walks. Lauren is also qualified in dog first aid and canine massage.
Lauren joined us in October 2017 following completion of her Animal Management Level 3 Diploma at Sparsholt College and a few months working at a local veterinary practice. Lauren has also recently qualified as a Level 3 Groomer at Sparsholt and now spends her Thursdays off grooming many of our dogs who come to the crèche. Demonstrating abilities and maturity beyond her years, Lauren has developed considerably during her time at Coco's and, along with Lucy, is now responsible for the day to day running of the crèche.
A very capable and mature team member, Lauren is extremely effective at dealing with challenging situations and ensuring the crèche runs smoothly even on our busiest days. Lauren is the proud owner of Benjy and Molly, her two little rescues from the Dogs Trust, and she loves to spend her leisure time taking them for long walks. Lauren is also qualified in dog first aid and canine massage.