OUR STORIES
SARAI VERA
I was born and raised in Cuba, and I’m fluent in both Spanish and English. At the age of 10, I moved to Las Vegas, NV, driven by my dream of becoming a veterinarian. In my teenage years, I lived in Puerto Rico for five years, where I attended a vocational high school specializing in animal science. During that time, I was actively involved in FFA (Future Farmers of America) and 4-H, while also gaining hands-on experience working at a local pet store and a family farm after school.
After graduating, I relocated to Los Angeles, CA, and began pre-
veterinary studies at Pierce College. Later, I returned to Nevada in
December 2012 to continue my education while working at two animal
hospitals. Over the course of five years, I built a strong foundation as a
veterinary assistant.
In 2018, I shifted my focus to dog training after realizing how many dogs
were being euthanized due to behavioral issues. Determined to make a
difference, I began saving dogs through training in Nevada, Arizona,
Missouri, California, and Utah. In November 2021, I moved to Northern
Virginia, where I continue to dedicate my career to helping dogs and their
families.
​​GEORGE VERA
I was born and raised in Northern Virginia and graduated from South Lakes High School in Reston, VA. Shortly after, I enlisted in the Marine Corps, where I proudly served for five years as an Aviation Mechanic. It was during my final year of service that I began my journey into dog training—a passion sparked by my lifelong love for dogs and fascination with the bond they share with humans.
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While on active duty, I searched for dog trainers who would mentor me
in exchange for volunteer work. After several attempts, I was fortunate to
connect with a highly skilled trainer—now a dear friend—who agreed to
guide me. I devoted my spare time to learning, and after a year of
mentorship, I officially began training dogs professionally in 2020.
Since then, I’ve had the privilege of helping save dogs in California, and
now I’m honored to continue that mission here at home in Northern
Virginia, serving my own community.