About the Journal of Veterinary Healthcare
Peer-reviewed, open access research advancing veterinary science through epidemiology, genomics, disease mechanisms, and population health — trusted by researchers worldwide.
Advancing Veterinary Science Through Rigorous Research
The Journal of Veterinary Healthcare (JVHC) (ISSN 2575-1212) publishes high-impact research that deepens our understanding of animal health, disease mechanisms, and veterinary science. As a peer-reviewed, open access journal backed by Open Access Pub, JVHC accelerates credible discoveries across veterinary epidemiology, animal genomics, pathogen surveillance, and population health.
Our editorial philosophy prioritizes scientific rigor supported by expert peer review, transparent publication workflows that respect researchers' time, and equitable access via Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) licensing. We publish multidisciplinary content that bridges molecular biology, epidemiology, herd health management, zoonotic research, and disease surveillance to illuminate actionable pathways for veterinary advancement.
Authors benefit from streamlined editorial operations, including similarity screening, methodological audits, and visibility initiatives that position each article for uptake by veterinary researchers, public health professionals, and policy stakeholders.
Veterinary science evolves rapidly — from genomic surveillance to zoonotic disease modeling. JVHC serves as a rigorous yet responsive publishing partner for research teams who need credible dissemination without sacrificing speed, methodological clarity, or ethical stewardship. Our editorial board, comprised of veterinary epidemiologists, pathologists, molecular biologists, and animal health specialists, curates submissions that deliver translational value for diverse audiences.
Each manuscript receives a tailored editorial assessment. Methodological reviewers assess study design and analytical robustness, ethics editors evaluate regulatory compliance, and subject experts interrogate novelty, reproducibility, and contextual relevance. Accepted articles are enriched with structured abstracts, data highlights, and discoverability metadata to support citation growth and policy integration.
JVHC welcomes manuscripts that advance veterinary science through mechanistic insight, epidemiological analysis, genomic discovery, or population-level surveillance. We intentionally cultivate diversity in methodology and geography to reflect global realities of animal health challenges.
Disease surveillance, outbreak investigation, spatial epidemiology, herd health modeling, and risk factor analysis across animal populations.
Genome-wide association studies, breed genetics, disease resistance traits, molecular markers, and genomic selection strategies.
Pathogen biology, host-pathogen interactions, immune responses, molecular pathogenesis, and disease progression in animal models.
Transmission dynamics, spillover events, One Health approaches, cross-species pathogen surveillance, and public health interface.
Population-level health strategies, biosecurity protocols, disease control programs, vaccination strategies, and welfare assessment.
Disease characterization, histopathology, diagnostic pathology, toxicology, and pathological mechanisms in animals.
Nutritional requirements, feed science, nutrient metabolism, dietary interventions, and nutrition-disease relationships.
Wildlife disease surveillance, conservation medicine, population health, and ecosystem-level veterinary research.
Food safety, antimicrobial resistance, disease prevention policy, health economics, and veterinary service delivery research.
Editorial Board
International Veterinary Science Experts
JVHC's editorial board integrates specialists from veterinary epidemiology, molecular biology, pathology, and public health across multiple continents. Editorial policies foreground fairness, reproducibility, and actionable insight, while associate editors steward topic-specific pipelines to maintain excellence across disciplinary boundaries.
Explore the full editorial board roster and areas of expertise at the JVHC Editorial Board page.
Every submission is screened for scope fit and ethical compliance before entering JVHC's peer review process. Reviews emphasize methodological rigor, reproducibility, and scientific contribution, while providing constructive insights that strengthen manuscripts regardless of final decision.
- Methodological Assessment: Reviewers evaluate study design, sample size, statistical methods, data validity, and analytical approaches.
- Ethical Standards: Manuscripts must document institutional animal care approvals, ethical permits, and adherence to reporting guidelines (ARRIVE, STROBE, etc.).
- Transparency Requirements: Plagiarism screening, conflict disclosure, funding statements, and data availability documentation are mandatory.
- Responsive Communication: Editorial decisions outline clear rationales, revision expectations, and timelines.
JVHC's submission workflow is designed for busy research teams. Authors can submit through the online portal or via email to [email protected]. Our editorial team acknowledges receipt within 72 hours and maintains clear communication throughout the process.
- Review JVHC's Aims & Scope and Instructions for Authors to ensure alignment.
- Prepare manuscript following formatting guidelines and ethical requirements (animal welfare approvals, informed consent where applicable).
- Submit via online system — select "Journal of Veterinary Healthcare" and upload files in DOC, DOCX, or PDF format.
- Receive initial decision within 18 days; respond to reviewer feedback with detailed rebuttals.
- Upon acceptance, collaborate on copyediting and proof approval for rapid online publication.
JVHC publishes all content under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0). Authors retain copyright, enabling unlimited reuse in teaching, grant reports, and future publications with proper citation. Readers worldwide benefit from immediate, barrier-free access.
Article processing charges apply only after acceptance. View detailed pricing and waiver pathways at the APC information page. Researchers from low- and middle-income countries and early-career investigators are encouraged to contact the editorial office regarding fee support.
JVHC ensures broad discoverability across specialist and multidisciplinary platforms:
- Academic Databases: Google Scholar, ResearchGate, Semantic Scholar, Crossref
- Indexing Services: Scilit, ResearchBib, CiteFactor, SJIF, IP Indexing, Cosmos Impact Factor
- Library Collections: Open Policy Finder, university repositories, CORE database
- Social Networks: Academia.edu, ResearchGate dissemination
JVHC's archive showcases research that has shaped veterinary science understanding and policy. The following publications demonstrate the journal's impact:
Explore our full collection of published articles to see the breadth of veterinary science research in JVHC.
Publish Your Veterinary Research with JVHC
Whether you investigate disease mechanisms, conduct population surveillance, explore genomic discoveries, or evaluate herd health interventions, JVHC provides a trusted publication home. Partner with an editorial team that values rigor, transparency, and impact.
