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Pertanika Journal of Veterinary Medicine and Science – Manuscript Submission Format

 

PJVMS accepts Original Research Articles, Review Articles, Clinical (Case) Reports and Short Communications in the veterinary and animal sciences. As in other veterinary journals, manuscripts must be in clear English, one-column format, double-spaced (or 1.5 spacing) throughout, with continuous line numbers. The preferred font is Tahoma 12-point. Authors should prepare manuscripts in Microsoft Word (or LaTeX) and ensure careful proofreading. A Cover Letter must accompany each submission, confirming the work is original, not under consideration elsewhere, and that all authors approve the content. If animals were used, the institutional ethics approval (authority name, reference number and date) must be stated. If human subjects were involved, the relevant human ethics approval (authority name, reference number and date) must also be declared. Any conflicts of interest should be declared in a separate section at the end of the text, and all funding sources should be acknowledged (see Acknowledgments below). Authors should ensure all listed references are cited in the text and that every table/figure is referred to in the text.

 

Manuscript Structure

 

Manuscripts should generally follow this order (see references for detailed examples): ·

 

• Title Page: Include the full title, all author names (no academic titles) and affiliations (one department/institution per superscript number). Indicate the corresponding author with an asterisk and provide full contact details (address, phone, fax and email). If the paper is a Review or Short Communication, label it accordingly on the title page. Also supply a Running Title (abbreviated title ≤ 60 characters) on the title page or as a header.
• Abstract (Summary) and Keywords: On a separate page, repeat the full title followed by an Abstract (sometimes called a Summary). For Original and Review Articles, limit the abstract to about 250 words. The abstract should be one paragraph (no subheadings) briefly stating the background/objectives, methods, key results and main conclusions. For Short Communications and Case Reports, a shorter abstract is expected (see below). After the abstract, list 3–5 relevant keywords (in alphabetical order) that describe the content. Do not include special symbols or citations in the abstract.
• Main Text – Original Articles: Divide full research articles into standard sections (each unnumbered) as follows: Introduction, Materials and Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusions. The Introduction should outline the scientific context, justify the study and state the objectives. In Materials and Methods, describe the study design, experimental animals or samples, procedures, and analytical methods used. Under the Materials and Methods section, authors should clearly state the approval obtained for animal and/or human ethics, including the approving authority, reference number, and date of approval. Results should present findings clearly and concisely (in text, tables or figures), avoiding repetition, e.g. do not duplicate data in a table and figure. The Discussion should interpret and compare the results with previous work (not repeat results) and indicate the study’s implications. A brief Conclusions paragraph may be included (or combined with Discussion) to summarize the main message.
• Conflict of Interest: Immediately after the Conclusions (but before Acknowledgments), include a statement of any financial or personal conflicts for the authors. If none exist, state “None declared”.
• Acknowledgments: Acknowledge only those who made substantial contributions but are not authors. List all funding sources and grant numbers here (this is also where one declares the role of funders, if any). Thanks for technical help or materials may also be placed here.
• References: Cite literature in the text by author–year (e.g. Smith and Jones (2000) or (Smith and Jones, 2000)). Use “et al.” for three or more authors after the first citation. List only works cited in the text. Format the reference list alphabetically by first author surname (and chronologically for multiple works by the same author). Use accepted journal abbreviations (e.g. ISI abbreviations) and include all authors’ names. The reference style should match Pertanika’s format (e.g., as illustrated for JVMA). Ensure every reference in the list is cited in the manuscript.
• Tables and Figures: All tables and figures must be cited in order in the text. Tables should be numbered consecutively (Table 1, 2, …) and each given a concise title above the table. Place any explanatory notes or footnotes below the table. Tables should be as simple as possible; do not duplicate the same data in tables and figures. Each Figure (graph, chart, photo, drawing, etc.) should also be numbered in sequence (Figure 1, 2, …) and accompanied by a brief legend below the figure. Figures should be submitted as high-resolution images (typically TIFF or JPEG, ≥300 dpi) and provided as separate files; do not embed low-resolution images in the Word file. If a figure has been published before, include the original citation and obtain permission. (Pertanika will publish color figures online free, but color in print only if essential.)

 

Short Communications

 

Short Communications report concise, novel findings (complete experiments or brief clinical observations). Prepare them as brief reports (typically ≤2,000 words including references and tables). Include only the following headings (each unnumbered):

 

Summary (≤125 words), Keywords, Acknowledgments, Conflict of Interest, and References. Do not divide the text into Introduction/Methods/Results/Discussion sections; instead write a continuous narrative (the main point should still be clearly communicated). Limit references (usually ≤10) and keep tables/figures to an essential minimum. Provide up to five keywords under the summary.

 

Clinical Case Reports

 

Case (clinical) reports should be written as either short or full papers following the above structure, but with a focus on the clinical case. Key sections (each unnumbered) are: Introduction (why the case is important/unusual) and Case Description. The Case Description should include the subject’s signalment/history and clinical examination findings, diagnostic work-up (laboratory, imaging, etc.), diagnosis (with differential diagnoses if applicable), treatment given, and outcome. If relevant, include any post-mortem findings. Finally, provide a Discussion that compares this case to the published literature and highlights its significance. As with full papers, include a brief Summary/Abstract (≤250 words for full report) or Summary (≤125 words for short case report) and keywords.

 

Review Articles

 

Review manuscripts should present a thorough, critical synthesis of a specific topic. They are usually by invitation or prior arrangement with the editors. Reviews should begin with an Abstract/Summary (≤250 words) and keywords, followed by an Introduction that outlines the scope. The main text should be organized into logical subsections (with concise headings, not numbered) under thematic topics, leading to a Conclusions section. Length is often ~4,000 words (excluding references). Authors should critically evaluate the literature (rather than just list findings) and highlight knowledge gaps. References in reviews may be more extensive. Authors planning a review article are advised to contact the Editor in advance.

 

Language and Style

 

Manuscripts must be written in clear, formal English (UK spelling is preferred). Abbreviations should be defined on first use and used sparingly. Use scientific (Latin) names for organisms in italics, and SI units for measurements. Use consistent terminology throughout. Subheadings should follow journal style (e.g. first-level headings left-aligned and bold, etc.).

 

References

• Citations in text: Use author–year format.
• Reference list: Alphabetize by first author, include all authors, and give full titles of articles. Journal names may be abbreviated per index conventions.
• Ensuring accuracy: Double-check every reference for correctness and consistency. Every reference listed must be cited in the text.

 

Each element of the manuscript (title page, abstract, text, tables, figures) should appear on separate pages or sections as described above. Authors are strongly encouraged to follow recent published articles in PJVMS or the above-cited journals as style examples. Failure to follow these format requirements may delay review or publication.

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Updated:: 24/02/2026 [m_nazmi]