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Contribute to Feline Ethology Journalism

We invite qualified animal behaviorists, veterinary professionals, and urban spatial designers to submit peer-level guides. We also collaborate with ethical organizations strictly aligned with cat welfare and cognitive health.

EDITORIAL BOARD OPEN CALL

Accepting proposals for Q3/Q4 issues on Multi-Cat Sensory Friction and Vertical Territories.

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Field Ethology & Architecture

Investigating spatial sovereignty in micro-apartments.

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Publication Standards

Every piece vetted by certified animal ethologists.

We prioritize replicated behavioural studies over commercial folklore and conventional internet assumptions.

Audience Ethos & Reach

A Decidedly High-Intent Readership

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High-Intent Readership

Dedicated Guardians

Tailored for intentional, welfare-first pet parents seeking deep, scientifically grounded feline context without commercial sensationalism.

Audience metrics published post-launch

Verified analytics will appear following public circulation.

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Deep Reading Format

Long-Form Behavioral Focus

Our guides are thorough, calm, and deliberate. We avoid listicles and rapid dopamine loops in favor of nuanced behavioral context.

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Editorial standards Rigorous, calm apartment living context
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Integrity-First

Ethical Editorial Policy

Zero viral gimmicks. Submissions and content focus on veterinary science, residential welfare, and enriched indoor habitats.

Collaboration Channels

Choose Your Collaboration Pathway

Pathway A Peer-Level Feline Literature

For Writers, Researchers & Ethologists

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topic Accepted Topics & Focal Points

We seek rigorous, observable analyses focusing on feline spatial cognition and welfare:

  • check_circle Micro-Territorial Mapping: Spatial division, resource pacing, and scent highway topology in apartments.
  • check_circle Nuanced Body Language: Micro-twitches, piloerection gradients, and slow-blink deceleration mechanics.
  • check_circle Inter-Cat Social Hierarchy: Dyadic grooming vs. displaced tension patterns in multi-cat settings.
  • check_circle Sensory Acoustics & Lighting: Ultrasonic household frequencies, flicker rate impacts, and auditory shielding.

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Submissions must be authored or co-authored by individuals holding verified certifications:

CABC / CCBC Certified DACVB / MRCVS Board M.S./Ph.D. Animal Welfare Licensed Vet Technician (LVT)

rule Manuscript Guidelines

Length 1,800 – 3,000 words
Primary Source Citation Mandatory DOIs / Peer Studies
Visual Blueprints Floor plans, diagrams, or photo essays
Practical Takeaway Actionable Apartment Protocols
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Every pitch is reviewed carefully by our editorial team. While we read every submission, response times vary based on editorial cycle.

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Strict Prohibition • Immediate Rejection Criteria

Prohibited Topics & Publication Practices

To protect our readership and honor the physical and psychological welfare of domestic felines, our editors automatically discard proposals containing any of the following:

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Unverified home remedies, non-veterinary prescription advice, or self-treatment regimes for acute feline illness.

cancel Commercial Disguises

"Top 10 Gadget" listicles, affiliate link farming, or advertorials disguised as objective behavioural insights.

cancel Synthetic / AI Copy

AI-generated manuscripts, generic search-engine regurgitations, or pitches devoid of firsthand feline ethology observation.

Initiate a Conversation

Ready to Shape the Feline Discourse?

Whether submitting an academic proposal or inquiring about underwriting our publication, our desk reviews all inquiries with scholarly care.

Include 1-2 source DOIs if pitching
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