Welcome To
Pet Paradise St. Johns at WGV

Dr. Ken McMillan is a 1985 graduate of the University of Illinois. His special interests include orthopedics and knee issues.

He is originally from Illinois but he and his wife, Barb, most recently relocated from Southern California.  They have two dogs, Theobean Winston, a Boston terrier and Walter Myron, a French bulldog. His interests include fishing, kayaking, and collecting pre-war baseball cards. He is also a die hard Chicago Cubs baseball fan.

A former practice owner, Dr. McMillan brings vast experience in small animal medicine to the Pet Paradise family.  He is a member of the AVMA, FMVA, and CVMA.

He looks forward to meeting and helping you and your pet.

Gabby was born in Minnesota, and left when she was only two years old. She has been living in Jacksonville ever since. Outside of work you’ll likely find Gabby at the zoo admiring all the animals or exploring nature. She has a passion for dogs and loves them all no matter the size, breed, or temperament. She grew up in a household with a large pack, and truly believes a house is not a home without a dog! She moved out at the age of 18 and today her new pack consists of her fiancé Alex, their Pitbull Australian Shepherd mix Chunky Monkey, and Dawson a Pitbull boxer mix! Chunky was born straight into Gabby’s arms and they have been inseparable since. Dawson was a surrender that she met through Pet Paradise. Gabby started as a Play-Time Coordinator in August 2019 and went into the supervisor role at Bartram, quickly advanced into becoming an Assistant Manager at WGV, and was the resort manager at the Saint Augustine Pet Paradise for one year! She is excited to be back at WGV and ready to make sure all the pups and parents feel like their dogs are truly at Paradise!

Meet Morgan Doak! She started with Pet Paradise in January of 2021! She started off as a Back of House Supervisor and quickly moved up to the Assistant Manager Position! Prior to living in Saint Augustine Florida, she was a manager at a dog boarding facility in Richmond, Virginia, for two years. She has been working in the pet care industry for five years and her heart is set on the pet care industry. She currently has a fur-child named Ava that has been with her since 2019 - she was found running loose on a farm! Outside of work, Morgan loves to paint, adventure around Saint Augustine and listen to music. Morgan's passion is making sure all dogs are treated like her own and she has a particular soft spot for the little fur children! 

Meet Ashley, A native to Saint Augustine. Her passion and love for animals started at a young age. Influenced by her grandmother, who rescued strays over the years. Housing and finding homes for countless fur babies. She has been a part of the pet care industry for 8 years. Starting out as a vet technician and moving her way into management, here in paradise! Every animal is welcomed with kisses and belly rubs. Ashley has a full house with 2 pit bulls, coon hound, dachshund and a cat that rules the house. 

Hello, my names John Rowbo and I’ve been with the Pet Paradise team since October 2021. During this time I’ve learned a lot about the behavior and body language of our fluffy friends. I love being a dog trainer because I get to witness the progress and growth of the dog that I’m working with. As a dog trainer, the most rewarding part is seeing a dog successfully understand a new skill. It’s like completing a puzzle that the dog and I worked on together.

Meet Sarah! You may recognize her from her tenure as the Resort Manager at our St. Johns at World Golf Village location, and before that, Tallahassee! Sarah has been with Pet Paradise since 2017, when she began her professional pet care journey. As a pack leader of 10 pups herself, she is no stranger to dog behavior and training, particularly when it comes to behavioral issues and special circumstance kiddos. Sarah is passionate about training because it holds the key to true communication between dogs and their parents and truly shows how much our four legged friends want nothing more than to please us. Her favorite parts of training are being able to trouble shoot behavioral issues and of course, bonding with the dogs!