abstract guidelines

Abstract submissions are due Sunday, March 31, 2024 at 11:59 PM EST. You will hear back regarding your entry by Tuesday, April 9, 2024.

Abstracts must be written in & able to be presented in English and not exceed 300 words excluding titles, names, & affiliations - please use whole first names when entering authors’ names.

Abstracts should describe empirical research studies related to companion animal behavior & welfare (i.e., canine, feline, equine)

All abstracts must include study objectives, data collection methods, and sample design. Abstracts that include completed data collection and results will be given preference.

Emerging scientists without a completed results section are welcome to apply, and acceptance will be determined on a case-by-case basis. But, data collection, results, and conclusions must be completed and approved by May 15, 2024.

In-text citations can be included in the abstract, but are not required, and will contribute to word count

abstract submission form

Presenting Author's Name

First Name

Last Name

What degrees have you obtained?

Undergraduate

Masters

PhD

Veterinary

Other: Please explain

Abstract Title

Institution(s)

For more than one institution, please indicate a number for each institution (i.e., 1 Coastal Carolina University)

Authors (First Name, Last Name)

Use numbers (i.e., 1, 2, 3) created above to indicate associated authors and institutions

Abstract

Should be no longer than 300 words & should include an introduction, methods, results, and conclusion