About Us

LorraineLorraine Lotan founded Happy Dog Training in 1997.  Happy Dog has since grown into the premiere dog service in the Bedford area.

Lorraine is a qualified Professional Dog Trainer with more than 20 years experience.

Her impressive resume includes working with Guide Dogs for the Blind where she started as a member of the Kennel Staff gaining valuable experience in animal management and veterinary skills. Lorraine then became a Qualified Guide Dog Trainer;  Advanced Staff Trainer and also a Pets as Therapy Assessor.

Beach tripHer pets have included puppies, rescued and re-homed dogs. Subsequently she appreciates the many challenges these dogs bring! The numerous problems she encountered with her own rescued dog “Spike” gave

Lorraine the inspiration to establish Happy Dog Training. Her two dogs, Molly and Willow are used in all Lorraine’s demonstrations throughout the county and surrounding areas.

Canine Partners

Canine Partners is a progressive charity which aims to transform the lives of people with disabilities enabling them to lead more independent lives by providing them with highly trained assistance dogs.

Read More about Canine Partners at Happy Dog Training Centre

Pets as Therapy Guide Dogs Kennel Club