If you would like to find out more about our team at Urban Paws Ireland and the values we embody when working with animals, please see our meet the Urban Paws Ireland team page below!
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Layla, CEO
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Meet Layla, our SHE-EO, founder of Urban Paws UK and Ireland, and 'Pawgent' for your pet stars. Layla founded Urban Paws back in 2015 after a successful career as a reality tv star and model. She also holds a degree in animal physiology and has professional qualifications in animal grooming and animal management. She founded Urban Paws UK and Ireland after noticing a gap in the market for supplying high-quality animal talent to film and television companies and PR and marketing agencies. Layla used her connections and experience as a model to establish herself as an animal agent, and the rest is history.
layla@urbanpawsireland.com
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Laura, Accounts Manager
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Laura is the accounts manager and our ‘bunny mummy' of the office. She deals with all the company bookkeeping, accounts, invoicing, and credit control. We call Laura Xero Queen or TikTok Laura.
Team member quote of the month
‘"What a beautiful world it would be if people had hearts like dogs." – Layla Flaherty’
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Tayler, Social Media & Marketing
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Introducing Tayler, our Social Media Marketer! Armed with a BSc in Criminology and Sociology, as well as an MA in Journalism, Tayler has successfully navigated her educational path to find her home at Urban Paws. With a passion for writing, podcasting, and all things social media, this 'Fiery Fox' seamlessly channels her expertise into her role, creating both a positive and meaningful impact. And her love for animals? That's simply the icing on the cake!
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Pip, Admin/PA
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Pip is a Leeds graduate with a 2:1 BSc Hons in Biology and extensive experience in project and people management. With a background in mail-order fulfilment and seven years in market research, she excels at meeting deadlines and exceeding expectations. A true people person, Pip thrives on building relationships and brings positive energy to her role at the animal talent agency. At home, she’s a devoted mum to two animal-obsessed young girls, balancing work and family life with enthusiasm and a passion for animals.
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Mark, Animal Talent Booker
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Mark brings four years of Marketing and PR experience, specialising in tech, finance, podcasting, and media management. A Lancaster University graduate in English and French, he combines sharp communication skills with industry expertise. A lifelong animal lover, Mark grew up with guinea pigs and a passion for horse-riding. Now, he has Hudson, his energetic Cocker Spaniel. With his skills and love for animals, this 'Fur Whisperer' is dedicated to matching top talent with the perfect projects.
