This week, Chris is joined by animal communicator and LCAO student, Charlotte Palfrey, exploring how intuition and energy healing can help practitioners gain deeper insight into the animals they treat.

The Animal Osteo, Chris Bates, is back discussing canines. Learn about the distinct problems urban dogs encounter and the role osteopathy can play in addressing them.

The Animal Osteo, Chris Bates, joins us in this London College of Animal Osteopathy exclusive to share his insights on blending energy work with osteopathy. Enjoy!

LCAO´s own Chris Bates shares his personal experience and reflects on the impact of grief after losing his beloved horse. We caution listeners who may be experiencing grief that the content could evoke strong emotions, though it may also provide a sense of catharsis and validation. With this understanding, the discussion turns to the unfortunate inevitability of the death of animal companions.

Fascia has long been the overlooked frontier of animal health—but no more. In this in-depth exploration, osteopath Chris Bates demystifies fascia's structure, function, and clinical significance in animal osteopathy, revealing why this intelligent tissue holds the key to many elusive dysfunctions.

At some point, many horse owners and riders may encounter the frustrating challenge of managing a horse that becomes a "headshaker." This condition can arise from a variety of causes, making it essential to work closely with your veterinarian and other equine health professionals to identify the root issue—or at least a likely contributing factor.

Tune in as our very own expert, Chris Bates, delves into this complex topic and offers valuable insights into understanding and addressing headshaking in horses.

Join us for more wise observations from the osteo who has seen it all! Here is our very own Chris Bates describing a typical day in the life of an Animal Osteopath as well as potential career pathways for those entering this growing field.

Many horse owners and equine professionals are familiar with the diagnosis of "Kissing Spines." Despite its widespread occurrence, there remains significant confusion and conflicting information regarding its causes and management.

In this pod, our very own Chris Bates aims to demystify the condition, offering a clearer understanding of what is happening, why it may develop, and how it can be managed.