Date: 19th and 20th February 2027.

The canine pelvis plays a central role in transferring force between the hindlimbs and axial skeleton. Dysfunction within this region may therefore influence far more than local mobility, contributing to altered gait, compensatory loading, postural adaptation and changes in wider musculoskeletal function.

This two-day, face-to-face practical course explores the assessment and management of pelvic dysfunction within the context of the whole canine patient. Participants will refine their palpation and clinical reasoning skills while considering the functional relationships between the pelvis, sacrum, lumbar spine, hips and hindlimbs.

Through guided practical sessions and case-based discussion, the course will explore how findings may be interpreted, prioritised and incorporated into an individualised treatment approach. Particular attention will be given to selecting clinically appropriate techniques and adapting assessment and treatment to the presentation, comfort and needs of each dog.

Designed for therapeutically experienced veterinarians, veterinary professionals (such as vet nurses, physios, and chiropractors), and animal osteopaths, this course offers an opportunity to develop both practical confidence and deeper clinical reasoning.

This course is delivered as an interactive two-day face-to-face practicum near the New Forest, combining focused theory, guided hands-on learning, clinical discussion and opportunities to apply the material to canine patients. Places are limited to support individual feedback and a high-quality practical learning experience.

Course Overview

This workshop will run on 19th and 20th February 2027.

This two-day workshop is ideal if you:

• Have existing manual therapeutic experience and want to refine your clinical assessment of the canine pelvis.
• Work with canine patients where pelvic, sacral, lumbar, hip or hindlimb findings appear interconnected.
• Want to improve your palpation, passive assessment and clinical reasoning around pelvic dysfunction.
• Would like to feel more confident selecting appropriate manual therapeutic approaches based on the individual dog’s presentation.
• Value small-group, practical learning with close guidance and case-based discussion.

Join us for an immersive, small-group 2-day CPD event designed to refine and elevate your clinical approach to pelvic dysfunction in the canine patient.

Through a blend of focused theory, demonstration, guided palpation, movement assessment and practical clinical discussion, this workshop will deepen your understanding of the pelvis as part of the wider canine biomechanical system. Particular emphasis is placed on the functional relationships between the pelvis, sacrum, lumbar spine, hips and hindlimbs.

This is a relaxed, discussion-rich environment where you can ask questions, explore case examples and practise techniques under close guidance — ideal for professionals who enjoy learning through doing and already have a foundation in hands-on manual therapeutic work.

Who is teaching the workshop?

Eleanor Andrews is AOI’s Director of Education and a Master Practitioner of Animal Osteopathy.

With international teaching experience and extensive clinical expertise, she is dedicated to advancing high-quality osteopathic and manual therapeutic practice within the veterinary profession.

Eleanor is passionate about developing practical skills, clinical reasoning and interdisciplinary collaboration. Her work has supported hundreds of professionals to strengthen their assessment skills and improve clinical decision-making in canine practice.

Who would benefit from the workshop?

This course is most suitable for:

• Veterinary surgeons with therapeutic experience;
• Vet nurses with therapeutic experience;
• Animal osteopaths who have studied canine osteopathy;
• Veterinary professionals (such as vet physiotherapists and veterinary chiropractors) who have solid experience with canines and are actively working with canine patients.

This workshop is not intended for professionals whose experience is limited to general veterinary care, basic handling, observational assessment or acupuncture alone. Applicants should have a practical foundation in manual assessment and/or manual therapeutic intervention, as the course assumes prior familiarity with hands-on clinical work.

When is the workshop?

This workshop will run on 19th and 20th February 2027. Contact us for an application form: contact@animalosteopathyinternational.com

Key take-homes from the workshop

• Strengthen your functional understanding of the canine pelvis and its relationship to the sacrum, lumbar spine, hips and hindlimbs.
• Refine your palpation and passive assessment skills for pelvic and related regional dysfunction.
• Improve your ability to interpret findings within whole-dog biomechanical patterns.
• Develop more confident clinical reasoning around when, why and how pelvic dysfunction may influence gait, posture and compensation.
• Practise clinically appropriate manual therapeutic approaches in a guided, small-group setting.
• Return to practice with assessment and reasoning tools that can be applied immediately.

Where is the workshop held?

The workshop is to be held at one of our facilities in The New Forest National Park Hampshire, UK.

The New Forest is filled with hotels and Airbnb, so it is easy to find a dog-friendly place to stay. Early booking is, however, recommended. Local amenities and busy villages can be found throughout the Forest.

Why study with us?

• Small group teaching, with a maximum of eight delegates, ensures individual attention and a supportive atmosphere.
• Beautiful setting, offering calm, green surroundings ideal for learning and professional connection.
• Practical sessions designed to bridge the gap between theory, assessment and clinical application.
• Delivered by a highly experienced osteopath and educator with a strong focus on canine biomechanics, palpation, integrated assessment and clinical reasoning.

How much is the workshop?

This CPD workshop is £599.00 plus VAT and is taught by one of the world’s leading lecturers in animal osteopathy and canine clinical assessment.

Spaces are strictly limited to ensure quality teaching time, practical support and individual feedback. Early application is therefore recommended.

Do I need to bring a dog model with me?

Delegates are requested to bring a happy, healthy dog with no severe pathologies, who is sociable and suitable to use as a model during practical sessions. Unless very well trained, entire dogs are dissuaded from use in this setting but will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

If you are unable to bring an appropriate dog with you, dog models may be made available; however, this carries a fee of £30 per day per dog.

Owners will need to sign a canine disclaimer before attendance and must hold third party insurance. This is standard on most policies.

Will I get a CPD certificate?

Yes. For those who successfully complete the workshop in full, a 12-hour digital CPD certificate will be awarded.

Who should not take this workshop?

• Practitioners without prior canine handling or canine clinical assessment experience.
• Professionals not currently working in canine clinical practice.
• Anyone unable to participate in palpation, movement assessment, manual therapeutic handling or practical dog-based sessions.
• Those who do not hold an appropriate veterinary, animal osteopathy or canine-related professional qualification.
• Practitioners whose experience is limited to general veterinary care, observational assessment or acupuncture alone, without a foundation in manual therapeutic assessment or intervention.

Read more about our application process