Reviewer Guidelines
How to deliver constructive, ethical peer review for JVHC.
What to Evaluate
- Clinical relevance and scope fit for veterinary healthcare.
- Methodological rigor, statistical clarity, and reproducibility.
- Animal welfare approvals, consent statements, and data transparency.
- Quality of writing, structure, and interpretation.
Reviewer Responsibilities
- Provide objective, respectful, and evidence based feedback.
- Declare conflicts of interest before accepting a review.
- Maintain confidentiality of manuscripts and data.
- Avoid using confidential information for personal research.
Timelines and Communication
Please complete reviews within the requested timeframe. If you need an extension, contact the editorial office promptly so authors receive timely decisions.
Suggested Review Structure
- Provide a brief summary of the manuscript in your own words.
- List major concerns affecting validity or interpretation.
- Provide minor comments for clarity, formatting, or references.
Indicate whether the manuscript should be accepted, revised, or rejected, and provide clear reasons aligned with scientific and ethical standards.
If you identify ethical concerns, notify the editorial office privately rather than contacting authors directly.
Confidentiality must be maintained throughout the review process.
We appreciate concise reviews that are respectful and actionable.
Thank you for your contribution.
Your expertise matters.
We appreciate your time.
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