The Cancer-Sniffing Cat Who Detected Her Owner’s Early-Stage Tumor

The First Warning Signs

How Mittens persistently:

  • Pawed at her owner’s breast
  • Displayed unusual agitation
  • Refused to leave one side of the body

Medical Validation

The shocking diagnosis:

  • Stage 1 carcinoma confirmed
  • Doctors’ astonishment at the early detection
  • Comparison to canine cancer detection studies

The Science of Feline Diagnostics

Cutting-edge research on:

  • Cats’ olfactory superiority
  • VOC detection capabilities
  • Potential for feline medical alert systems

Life After Diagnosis

The dual journey of:

  • Successful treatment thanks to early warning
  • Documenting Mittens’ abilities for science
  • Launching citizen science projects