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The Management Team

Our dedicated team of experienced professionals are always on the ball, utilizing the latest technology and best equipment to get the job done right. Meet some of our valued staff members below.

Sophie Eminson

Marketing & Communications Director
North East Branch Manager

Sophie joined Happy Hamsters UK back in February 2020, with partner Kate, and set up the Yorkshire branch.

They joined after rescuing a few of their own hamsters, now Sophie co-manages Happy Hamsters UK with Kate.

They also manage the Yorkshire branch together.

Permanent Hamsters: 

  • Tiddles

  • Coffee

  • Fleur

  • Riddle

  • Truffle

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Kate Thorncroft

Logistics Director
North East Branch Manager

Kate joined Happy Hamsters UK back in February 2020, with partner Sophie, and set up the Yorkshire branch. They joined after rescuing a few of their own hamsters, now Kate now co-manages Happy Hamsters UK with Sophie.

They also manage the Yorkshire branch together.

Permanent Hamsters: ​

  • Uno

  • Jenga

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Rachel Ball

Compliance Director
West Midlands Branch Manager

Rachel joined Happy Hamsters UK in July 2020 and set up the West Midlands branch. 

Based in Wolverhampton, Rachel has owned and loved hamsters for several years.

Permanent Hamsters: 

  • Poppy

  • Pepper

  • Dumpling

  • Hope

  • Teddy

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Georgia Milligan

North West Branch Manager

Georgia joined us after graduating from university. She adopted midnight from us and instantly fell in love with the world of hamsters. She’s now been fostering for us in the north-west since November 2021 and is based in Chorley.

Permanent Hamster:

  • Midnight

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Shelaine Coyne

East Midlands Branch Manager

Shelaine joined Happy Hamsters in October 2021 and set up the East Midlands branch. She joined after fostering and rescuing multiple hamsters, rabbits, gerbils, dogs and fish.

Permanent Hamster: 

  • Georgie

  • Kruger 

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Veronica Macdonald

South West Branch Manager

Veronica joined Happy Hamsters in September 2021 and set up the South West Branch. Based in Wiltshire she has a background in fostering and rescuing a variety of animals.

Permanent Hamster: 

  • Mischief

  • Astrid  

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Happy Hamsters UK

At Happy Hamsters UK we are constantly looking to expand out team. If you are interested in joining the team do get in touch.

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