Our Philosophy

Every dog has a story, a history, and so often, a past filled with trauma - just like us. I firmly believe that no dog should ever be given up on, especially when their struggles stem from being set up for failure by human environments.

At Rooted Paws, our core philosophy is simple: there's no such thing as a "bad dog". Our mission is to guide each and every dog back to their natural canine roots, helping them feel safe, grounded, and secure. We're here to build confidence, strengthen bonds, and foster understanding between dogs and their humans.

Nice to meet you

Mason Alfano is the owner and founder of Rooted Paws Professional Dog Training. Rooted Paws is dedicated to helping dogs develop behaviors and live better lives with their families through positive reinforcement.

He has trained dogs for 8 years, from puppies to stubborn seniors. He is KPA-CTP certified and uses positive reinforcement.

He is also highly active in getting shelter dogs adopted, so don’t hesitate to reach out if you are open to a new dog in your life!

Mason and his dog Apollog

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