Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery

Impact Factor: 2.1

Editor-In-Chief: Kelly St Denis

Society Affiliation: International Society of Feline Medicine / American Association of Feline Practitioners

Discipline: Public Health

Description:

JFMS is the official journal of International Cat Care (iCatCare) Veterinary Society and the Feline Veterinary Medical Association (FelineVMA). JFMS is an open access, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to publishing original papers of international or global significance that improve the veterinary care and welfare of domestic cats. JFMS publishes original papers, short communications and larger cases series (minimum of four cases), as well as review papers and Society-led consensus guidelines. For more information on JFMS being a Gold Open Access journal, visit the FAQs page.JFMS has a sister title, the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery Open Reports, which is also dedicated to improving the veterinary care and welfare of domestic cats. JFMS Open Reports publishes case reports and small case series (up to three cases) providing novel information as well as short communications of national or regional significance (eg, reporting regional data related to well-recognised diseases).This journal is a member of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).Why publish in JFMS?Highly respected and Journal Citation Reports indexed journalThe natural platform for high-quality clinical research and substantial clinical studies contributing novel information in the important field of feline medicine and surgeryOpen access dissemination of your paper, driving high visibility and global exposureRigorous peer reviewA timely first decision – on average within 35 days of submissionHigh quality copyediting, proofreading and presentation of your articleOpen access article processing charge (APC) informationPublication in the journal is subject to payment of an article processing charge (APC). The APC serves to support the journal and ensures that articles are freely accessible online in perpetuity under a Creative Commons licence.Full APC1950 USDiCatCare Veterinary Society and FelineVMA member discount22%Editorial Board member discount50%Recent JFMS reviewer discount (has reviewed in the 6 months prior to submission)20%The discount applies if any authors are an iCatCare Veterinary Society or FelineVMA member, Editorial Board member or recent JFMS reviewer. Only one discount can be applied per paper, but the greatest discount available will be used. The APC is payable when a manuscript is accepted after peer review, before it is published, and is subject to TAX/VAT where applicable (further details here).Submission informationSubmissions will be handled online through SAGE Track, powered by ScholarOne Manuscripts. Submit your manuscript today at http://mc.manuscriptcentral.com/jfms. For full details, go to the ‘Submit Paper’ tab.DisclaimerThe Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery (JFMS) is published for veterinary and allied professionals and is not intended for use by cat owners or carers as a substitute for professional veterinary care. The journal’s content represents views and opinions of the authors (and advertisers), and not necessarily the views or opinions of the editors, societies, or publisher, who make no representation or give any warranty as to the accuracy, applicability, fitness or completeness of the content.Ultimate responsibility for the interpretation of published materials lies with the veterinary practitioner. Authors (and advertisers) may describe the use of products, formulations, methods, or techniques that are not necessarily available or licensed for use in cats in a reader’s own country. Publication of this content does not amount to an endorsement of efficacy, value or quality, or the claims made by authors or advertisers, and the reader is responsible for ensuring they comply with the legal and ethical treatment of animals. The authors, editors, societies, and publisher accept no responsibility for any loss or damage arising from actions or decisions based on information contained in this journal.ContactPlease direct any enquiries to jfms@icatcare.org.This journal flipped to open access in 2023. Content from 1999 – 2022, as well as 2023 onwards is hosted here and all material published before 2023 is free access. Please see this page for information on reuse rights of archival material and this page for general permissions information.