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Angela Laws hugging pup Ziggy!

Grab a glass of prosecco (with bubbles, of course!) and settle in for a wonderful, deep-dive chat! In celebration of Foster a Pet Month, this special "Getting to Know You" episode of Big Blend Radio's Pet Connection podcast shines a spotlight on our beloved co-host, Angela Laws.

As we celebrate the exciting launch of Big Blend Media House, Lisa sits down with Angela—Head of Charitable Partnerships and External Engagement at TrustedHousesitters—to share some incredible behind-the-scenes stories from her life. From her 30-year marketing and PR background to her global adventures as a veteran pet sitter, Angela opens up about the magic of animal rescue, the beauty of slow travel with purpose, and her deep roots in classical ballet and music. She even shares a classic story about ring-leading three massive Kunekune pigs in the UK and her unforgettable, solo New Year's Eve rendition of Frank Sinatra's My Way!

Press play to enjoy the full episode:

Podcast Highlights: Getting to Know Angela Laws

Pets, Purpose & Slow Travel

  • A Global Love of Animals: Pet sitting creates an authentic, worldwide community brought together by a shared devotion to animal welfare, where pets are always the true "why" behind what we do.

  • The Magic of the Perfect Match: Successful house sitting thrives on open communication and trust, ensuring the absolute right connection between the pet, the pet parent, and the sitter.

  • Slow Travel with Purpose: Choosing a slow travel lifestyle allows remote workers and full-time travelers to deeply immerse themselves in local neighborhoods, build lifelong friendships, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

  • Peace of Mind for Pet Parents: The greatest reward for a dedicated pet sitter is providing pet parents with the ultimate peace of mind, knowing their furry family members are perfectly happy and safe at home while they travel.

  • Unforgettable Animal Adventures: From caring for routine rescue pets to managing wilder country adventures—like a blind Labrador being escorted down a driveway by three massive Kunekune pigs—animals continually teach us resilience, independence, and joy.

  • Bridging Cross-Generational Gaps: Sharing wisdom across generations and keeping an open mind allows us to practice genuine empathy, focus on what brings us together, and learn from one another.

  • A Lifetime of Creative Passions: True relaxation means immersing yourself completely in what you love—whether that's a lifelong passion for horse riding, dancing ballet, or turning the music up loud to sing along with George Michael and Frank Sinatra.

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