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Claudia Vinke is an Associate Professor at Utrecht University with a background in Biology, having completed her studies in 1992. She has been working at the School of Veterinary Medicine since 1996, focusing on teaching and research related to animal behavior and welfare. Claudia completed her PhD in 2004, studying the effects of cage enrichments on stereotypies in animals. Her research interests are interdisciplinary, examining animal welfare and behavior with a particular focus on mental disorders and their relation to human psychology. She is dedicated to working with companion animals, including dogs, cats, and exotic species, aiming to reduce acute stress in various settings, such as shelters, zoos, and during animal transport. Claudia also oversees the behavioral clinic at the University Animal Hospital in Utrecht, where she provides clinical support for animals experiencing significant behavioral issues. She is a certified expert in animal welfare and works closely with police and justice on issues of animal abuse, being an associate of the European College of Animal Welfare, Ethics & Law.
Department of Psychology