Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association

Aims & Scope

The purpose of the JAAHA is to publish relevant, original, timely scientific and technical information pertaining to the practice of small animal medicine and surgery.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.1
2024	1.50

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	9888

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	199

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.587

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	81

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Medicine and Veterinary, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• AAHA Nutritional Assessment Guidelines for Dogs and Cats

  Citation: 219

  Authors: Kimberly, Joe, Tony, Lisa M., Mary, Julie, Donald

• Comparison of Various Methods for Estimating Body Fat in Dogs

  Citation: 214

  Authors: Dianne I., Joseph W., Andre, Dorothy P., Tamberlyn D., Tamorah

• 2013 AAHA/AAFP Fluid Therapy Guidelines for Dogs and Cats*

  Citation: 198

  Authors: Harold, Tracey, Anthony, Pamela, Robert, Renee, Heidi

• Breed Susceptibility for Developmental Orthopedic Diseases in Dogs

  Citation: 194

  Authors: Elizabeth, Gert J., Connie C.

• 2020 AAHA Anesthesia and Monitoring Guidelines for Dogs and Cats*

  Citation: 184

  Authors: Tamara, Jennifer, James S., Elizabeth, Judith A., Heidi, Caitlin

• Clinical considerations on canine visceral leishmaniasis in Greece: a retrospective study of 158 cases (1989-1996)

  Citation: 168

  Authors: AF, ZS, MN, D, A, KG

• Complications and mortality associated with anesthesia in dogs and cats

  Citation: 160

  Authors: JS, CI, AE, EM, AE, WC

• Complications Associated With 696 Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomies (2001–2003)

  Citation: 143

  Authors: Kent D., Trent A., A.D., Aaron P., Ben J.

• Morbidity and mortality associated with anesthetic management in small animal veterinary practice in Ontario

  Citation: 137

  Authors: DH, MG, D

• 2018 AAHA Diabetes Management Guidelines for Dogs and Cats*

  Citation: 126

  Authors: Ellen, Amy, Patty, Renee, Rhonda

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