ArticleThe Veterinary record2026
Exploratory study of wellbeing in Dutch veterinarians and the impact of work-related factors and inappropriate behaviour by clients and coworkers.
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- Occupational Stressors, Working Conditions and Self-Reported Mental Health Among Veterinarians in Germany: An Exploratory Cross-Sectional Survey.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
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backgroundConcerns regarding veterinarians' wellbeing and sustainable employability are increasing. This study, conducted as part of the Royal Veterinary Association of the Netherlands' monitoring of veterinary mental health, assessed the wellbeing of Dutch veterinarians and the impact of work-related factors and inappropriate behaviour by clients and coworkers.
methodsA cross-sectional survey, covering work-related factors, perceived inappropriate behaviour of clients and coworkers and veterinarians' wellbeing, was distributed among 3999 Dutch veterinarians, yielding 1161 responses (29%). The results for the overall group and subgroups of veterinarians were compared to benchmarks of general workers and medical specialists.
resultsVeterinarians reported higher initiative at work but also more consequences of stress than the benchmarks, such as work limitations (63% vs. 43%) and reduced work pleasure (48% vs. 32%). Challenges in achieving a work‒life balance were common, especially among equine practitioners. Despite a stronger culture of reporting, veterinarians experienced higher rates of inappropriate behaviour by coworkers (19%) and clients (51%) than general workers, with substantial consequences on employability, stress and work pleasure. LIMITATIONS: This study is limited to Dutch veterinarians, excludes veterinary technicians and relies on self-reported data.
conclusionThe results underscore the need for targeted interventions to improve working conditions, wellbeing and professional support for veterinarians.
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