Dr. Joanna de Klerk, PhD

Highlights

• Licensed veterinarian with 12+ years in clinical practice
• PhD in Life Sciences with a focus on veterinary epidemiology
• Author of over 10 books, including titles published with HarperCollins
• Experienced in veterinary writing, academic research, animal welfare, and disease control
• Professional interests include global animal care, pain management, welfare, and public health

Experience

Dr. Jo de Klerk is a qualified veterinarian, writer, researcher, and public speaker who works in the UK and internationally. She has over 12 years of clinical experience and professional interests in global and charity animal care, disease control, animal welfare, and pain management.

Alongside her clinical work, Dr. de Klerk writes expert content for websites, newsletters, academic projects, and pet education articles. She is the author of over 10 books, including two published in collaboration with HarperCollins, and has written multiple books on dog behavior, breed care, and husbandry.

Dr. de Klerk is also a veterinary consultant and researcher. Her recent work includes research on the risk of West Nile virus to the UK and consulting projects for veterinary and pet-related organizations. In her spare time, she enjoys horse riding, spending time with her family, and walking her dog.

Education

Dr. Jo de Klerk earned her veterinary degree with honors from the Royal Veterinary College, University of London.

She also holds a Master’s degree in Tropical Animal Health from the Institute of Tropical Medicine and a PhD in Life Sciences from the University of Warwick. She has also completed a Certificate in Pain Management.