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Nienke Endenburg is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, Netherlands. She works within the Department of Population Health Sciences, focusing on the Human-Animal Bond, Animal Welfare, and Veterinary Behavioral Medicine. Her career spans over 30 years, with roles in research, teaching, and clinical practice.
- Specializes in Human-Animal Interaction and Companion Animal Welfare
- Teaches Child Development, Animal-Assisted Interventions, and Grief Counseling in Germany since 2001
- Co-founder of the Certipet Foundation (2010) and member of the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (2011)
- Active in Veterinary Forensic Expertise and Animal Welfare Policy globally
Her research explores the psychological impact of companion animals on children, animal abuse and domestic violence links, and stress physiology in service animals. Key methodologies include longitudinal studies, physiological measurements (e.g., cortisol), and cross-cultural surveys.
Notable recent publications address global veterinary education trends, service dog efficacy for PTSD, and forensic animal abuse indicators. She contributes to WSAVA guidelines on animal welfare and professional wellness.
