Course Overview
This two-day workshop is ideal if you:
- Have difficulty localising lameness within complex biomechanical cases.
- Wish you could palpate joints and muscles more effectively.
- Feel that diagnostic imaging results don’t always correlate with clinical presentation.
- Have limited access to structured training in orthopaedic palpation and joint function assessment.
Join us for an immersive, small-group 2-day CPD event designed to refine and elevate your clinical assessment of the canine forelimb.
Through a blend of theory, demonstration, and hands-on practical sessions, this workshop will deepen your understanding of forelimb anatomy, arthrokinematics, muscle testing, and passive assessment, helping you approach clinical cases with more confidence, accuracy, and efficiency.
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.
Date of the workshop
The workshop will take place on 24th and 25th of January 2026.
Who is teaching the workshop?
Eleanor Andrews (osteopath, lecturer and writer) is AOI’s Director of Education and a Master Practitioner of Animal Osteopathy, leading the institute’s flagship training programmes.
With international teaching experience and extensive clinical expertise, she is dedicated to advancing osteopathic practice within the veterinary profession.
Eleanor is passionate about developing clinical reasoning, practical skills, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Her work has supported hundreds of professionals to elevate patient outcomes.
Who would benefit from the workshop?
This course is ideal for:
- Small animal veterinarians looking to refine orthopaedic and musculoskeletal assessment skills.
- Canine practitioners (osteopaths, physiotherapists and chiropractors), and canine rehabilitation professionals wanting to strengthen their clinical reasoning.
- Experienced canine practitioners seeking to build on existing knowledge in a supportive, practical learning space.
Whether you’re new to detailed limb assessment or simply looking to enhance your hands-on confidence, this workshop provides the structure and space to develop your skills in depth.
Key Take-Homes from the workshop
- Strengthen your functional understanding of canine forelimb anatomy.
- Improve your palpation and passive movement assessment skills.
- Learn muscle testing methods and what they reveal about function and compensation.
- Develop a structured, confident approach to forelimb evaluation.
- Return to clinic with immediately applicable techniques.
Where is the workshop held?
The workshop is held in The Phoenix Foundry. Efford Park, Everton. Lymington. Hampshire. SO41 0JD.
There is ample onsite parking, although we ask all students to park respectfully.
Lymington is a significant sized town surrounded by hotels and Airbnbs, so it is easy to find a dog-friendly place to stay. Early booking is, however, recommended. Local amenities can be found within a 10 minute drive of Efford Park.
Why study with us?
- Small group (max. eight people) ensures individual attention and a supportive atmosphere.
- Beautiful Efford Park setting – calm, green surroundings ideal for learning and connection.
- Practical sessions to bridge the gap between theory and clinical practice.
- Delivered by an experienced osteopath and educator passionate about canine biomechanics and integrated assessment.
How much is the workshop?
Secure your place today to benefit from our 20% Black Friday offer.
Locking in this fantastic CPD workshop for just £479.20 (plus VAT) before 2nd December 2025, offers outstanding value for a professional workshop of this nature. Taught by one of the best lecturers of animal osteopathy in the world.
After the 2nd of December, the price of the workshop will go up to £599.00 plus VAT.
Spaces are strictly limited to ensure quality teaching time — early booking is highly recommended to avoid disappointment.
Do i need to bring a dog model with me?
Delegates are expected to bring a happy, healthy (with no severe pathologies), sociable dog with them to use as a model. 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 will be made available; however, this carries a fee of £25.00 plus VAT 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 CPD Certificate will be awarded (digitally).
Who should not take this workshop?
• Practitioners without prior canine handling or clinical assessment experience.
• Professionals not currently working in canine clinical practice.
• Anyone unable to participate in palpation, movement assessment, or practical handling sessions.
• Those who do not hold an appropriate canine-related qualification.
• Practitioners who have been in canine practice less than 6 months.