CLEVELAND, Ohio – The Happy Dog has always been known as one of the city’s best places to kick back for some great music and a casual meal. Since 2008, when co-owners Sean Kilbane and Sean Watterson ...

In 2008, Sean Kilbane and Sean Watterson bought the Happy Dog, a westside bar and concert venue, with the hopes of turning it into a go-to place to hear local music. During the time they’ve owned it, ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio – Cleveland Arts Prize winner. Happy Dog Cleveland president/co-owner. Seasoned arts advocate. Prominent voice in the National Independent Venue Association. All-around good guy. He’s ...

That year, Happy Dog’s owners bought the building with the goal of turning the space into a music venue while preserving its history as a restaurant. Happy Dog still (as of 2021) uses the original bar ...

A lifelong passion of listening to music laid the groundwork for John Cotter’s post-retirement activities. When many are looking to travel, play golf or take up some hobby, Cotter has chosen to tote ...