A description of the animal(s) (sex, breed, age, size, medical conditions), household composition (people and other animals), and setting (farm, house, apartment, stable, corral, size of cage at zoo, etc.)

An objective description of the behavior, the context in which it occurs and an adequate base-line frequency of the target behavior prior to time of presentation

A rationale (from theory, research, or their integration) for assessment of the behavior d. If appropriate (some cases may not include a treatment procedure), an initial treatment plan, including reference to specific technique(s) used.

If appropriate, an outcome measure, or measures over the course of treatment.

If appropriate, a description of unsuccessful as well as successful procedures in reducing/resolving the behavior following treatment

A suggestion for which aspect(s) of the study would be important to discuss.