
About Canine Elite LLC
Veterinary-trained. Force-free. In-home board & train


About Us
Canine Elite LLC was built on a simple belief: behavioral problems aren't "bad dog" issues. They're medical, environmental, or communication issues. And traditional training often misses that connection.
Our founder spent 11 years inside veterinary clinics, watching dogs get labeled "aggressive," "reactive," or "hopeless", when what they really needed was someone who understood the whole picture. Pain. Fear. Medical history. Environment.
So we made a choice. Step away from the clinic. Focus entirely on training. But bring everything we learned with us.
Today, Canine Elite combines veterinary knowledge with real-world, force-free training. Every dog in our board & train program lives inside our home — not a kennel, not a facility. They eat with us. Sleep here. Learn here. They get structure, routine, and the kind of attention that only comes from a small, in-home program.
We're not a franchise. We're not a big box training company. We're a veterinary-trained, certified, one-team operation that believes no dog is a lost cause.

Our Mission
Our mission is simple: keep dogs in their forever homes by solving the problems that threaten to tear families apart. Whether it's a puppy who won't stop biting, a rescue with severe anxiety, or a service dog in training, we're here to help.

Credentials & Experience
Animal Behavior College Certified
I look for pain, thyroid issues, neurological problems, or hidden illness. Many "aggressive" dogs are actually in pain
AKC CGC Evaluator
I don't alpha roll, shock, or intimidate. Fear-based methods make aggression worse
Veterinary Experience
Your dog lives with me. I see their real behavior 24/7 — not just in a 1-hour session
Training Experience
Every dog gets a unique plan. No cookie-cutter fixes
Dogs Trained
You'll learn how to maintain progress, read your dog's body language, and prevent setbacks
In-Home Board & Train
You'll learn how to maintain progress, read your dog's body language, and prevent setbacks

A Note From the Trainer
I started Canine Elite because I was tired of seeing dogs euthanized for "behavior problems" that were actually medical issues. Tired of trainers who used fear and pain. Tired of owners who felt hopeless.
This isn't just a job for me. It's what I was meant to do.
When you bring your dog to me, you're not just getting a trainer. You're getting 11 years of veterinary knowledge, hundreds of hours of training education, and someone who genuinely believes your dog deserves a chance.
I look forward to working with you and your dog.
Maghan Tanner Head Trainer
Canine Elite LLC

Serving Greater Houston & Surrounding Areas
Serving New Caney, Houston, Porter, Kingwood, Humble, Conroe, The Woodlands, and surrounding areas
Canine Elite LLC proudly serves dog owners across the Greater Houston area. Whether you're in the heart of the city or the quieter suburbs, I'm just a drive away.
All board & train programs are located in my home, a calm, structured environment where your dog gets one-on-one attention. No kennels. No crowded facilities. Just results. Not sure if you're in my service area? Reach out. I'll be happy to help.
