meet the p3 team
Paula Alford
Meet Paula Alford, the founder and heart of Paula’s Pawsome Pets (P3) in Durham, North Carolina. With a lifelong love for animals and a deep passion for their well-being, Paula created P3 to be more than a pet sitting service — it’s a trusted family committed to caring for pets as if they were their own.
Paula is certified in pet sitting, pet CPR, animal first aid, and dog training, offering pet parents peace of mind knowing their beloved companions are in skilled, compassionate hands. Her experience and dedication ensure each pet receives attentive, safe, and loving care.
At home, Paula and her family — her husband Ben and mother Judy — share their lives with 3 dogs, 2 cats, and 13 chickens, all of whom are happily spoiled and deeply loved every day.
💜 Paws-Lady
Your Service Techs
Meet the Pack 🐶🐕🦺🐕
At P3, pets are never treated like “just animals” — they are family. That belief is at the center of everything we do. As a fully insured and bonded company, we strive to create a safe, dependable, and loving environment for every pet in our care.
The P3 team is more than just coworkers; we are a close-knit family brought together by our shared passion for animals and commitment to providing exceptional care. We are constantly growing through continued education and hands-on training so we can continue offering the best possible experience for both pets and their parents.
At Paula’s Pawsome Pets, we believe in building lasting relationships and creating a community where pets and people feel loved, supported, and valued. We are proud to welcome every client and pet into the P3 family and look forward to making each day a fun, safe, and unforgettable experience for your beloved companions.
Krista
Krista joined the P3 team in June 2024 and quickly became an important part of the family. One of her favorite things about working for P3 is the strong family-like atmosphere, where everyone supports one another and has a great time together. She truly loves being part of such an amazing team.
Krista doesn’t have just one favorite animal to care for because she loves all of the babies in the P3 family equally. She enjoys building connections with each pet and helping make sure they feel loved and cared for.
Krista is a valued member of the Durham team and also plays an important administrative role behind the scenes. She assists with scheduling and helps prepare and organize our P3 family through the Time To Pet portal to ensure everything runs smoothly for both clients and staff.
Pack Operations Manager 🐾
& Surrounding Areas
Barketing & Biscuits Director
& Surrounding Areas
Abby
Abby is a proud Durham, North Carolina, native with a lifelong love for animals, family, and community. She attended North Carolina State University for Elementary Education and later earned her degree in School Administration & Leadership from Appalachian State University.
At home, life is busy, loud, loving, and full of personality — just the way Abby likes it! She shares her home with her husband, Zach, their children Gunnar, Marianna, and Noa Lily, and brother-in-law Jordan. Their home wouldn’t be complete without their beloved animals: Blue the Blue Heeler (the grumpy old alpha), Rosie the German Shepherd, Maverick the Rottie mix, Tootsie Roll the Pit Bull, June Bug the sweet senior cat, Winks the spunky rescue cat Zach saved from under a house years ago, and Finn the Bearded Dragon.
Through Paula’s Pawsome Pets, she brings that same love, patience, and care to every pet she meets — treating them like family from the moment they walk through the door.
Service Teams
Durham | Bahama | Roxboro | Chapel Hill | Oxford Team
💤 Pawjama Patrol 🐕🐱
Heather
Since 2024, Heather Baker has had the absolute pleasure of working as a pet sitter, and it has truly been one of the most rewarding experiences of her life. Animals have always held a special place in her heart, so being able to spend her days caring for them feels incredibly fulfilling.
One of Heather’s favorite parts of the job is overnight visits, which have become her specialty. She loves spending extra time with each pet, making sure they feel safe, comfortable, loved, and cared for while their families are away.
What makes her work even more meaningful are the bonds she has built with both the pets and their owners. Many of the animals she cares for have become like family to her — her little babies in a way — and every cuddle, tail wag, and happy greeting creates memories she will cherish forever.
Working with such a wonderful company has been an amazing experience because it truly feels like one big family united by a shared love for animals. Heather genuinely enjoys waking up every day and doing something she loves while building lifelong relationships with incredible pets and clients along the way.
For Heather, pet sitting is so much more than just a job — it is a passion, a purpose, and an opportunity to give love and comfort to animals who leave paw prints on her heart forever.
LeAnne
😇 Guardians of the Furballs 🐶😻
Alex
Alex joined the team in May 2026 and quickly discovered a true passion for pet care. One of her favorite parts of the job is spending time with a variety of animals and getting to know each of their unique personalities.
She loves being part of a team that shares the same dedication and love for animals, and she is always eager to continue learning and growing while providing the best possible care for every pet she meets.
🦺 Supervisor of the Squirrel Patrol 🐕🦺
Chandler
No Problamas Here!
Cary | Apex | Raleigh Team
Landon Johnson
Landon joined Paula’s Pawsome Pets in January 2025 and quickly became a wonderful part of the team. One of his favorite things about working at P3 is the incredible group of people he gets to work alongside every day.
He loves being part of such a supportive and passionate team and enjoys the strong connections built between both staff and pets. One of the most rewarding parts of the job for Landon is creating lasting bonds with the animals he cares for and becoming part of their care journey.
For Landon, every day at P3 brings new opportunities to learn, grow, and continue doing what he loves most—caring for animals.
🏁🏎 Zoomies Coordinator 💨
Dillon Futrell
I joined the P3 team September 2025. Dogs are my favorite animals to work with, and what I love most about working with animals is the joy they bring. I’m especially excited to be part of the P3 team because it gives me the opportunity to work with different kinds of animals beyond dogs and cats, which I’ve mainly worked with in the past.
Mebane | Hillsborough | Burlington Team
Heather Brown
I started working with P3 at the beginning of October. My absolute favorite animals in the world are dolphins—I’ve always found them to be beautiful, intelligent, and a little mystical. I’ve loved all animals for as long as I can remember, and I’m so excited to be part of P3. Not only does it give me the chance to work with and care for animals, but it also offers an opportunity to reconnect and build genuine emotional connections—with a dash of adventure along the way!
Bianca Clemens
I started working with P3 in September 2025. My favorite animals to work with are dogs, and what I love most about P3 is how much we do for the animals and how dedicated we are to their care.
