How did Stella the cockapoo detect cancer?

Stella persistently pawed at her owner Diane Ellingham's left breast, which was out of character and prompted Diane to seek medical attention.

What kind of cancer did Stella's owner have?

Diane Ellingham was diagnosed with lobular cancer, which can be difficult to detect, located in her left breast where Stella had been pawing.

What award did Stella receive?

Stella was named The Sun on Sunday's Super Dog for her life-saving actions in alerting her owner to cancer.

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Hero Dog Detects Cancer, Saves Owner's Life

8 Mar

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Summary

A cockapoo alerted its owner to breast cancer through persistent pawing.
Early detection led to life-saving treatment for the owner.
The heroic dog was named 'Super Dog' for its remarkable action.

Hero Dog Detects Cancer, Saves Owner's Life

A cockapoo named Stella is being hailed as a hero after her unusual behavior led to the early detection of breast cancer in her owner, Diane Ellingham. Stella, an eight-year-old dog, repeatedly pawed at Diane's left breast, an action out of character that prompted Diane to seek medical advice.

Following Stella's persistent alerts, Diane, 60, consulted her doctor, leading to tests that confirmed cancer in her breast. The timely diagnosis, attributed to Stella's intervention, allowed for life-saving treatment, including a lumpectomy and lymph node removal. This proactive detection was critical, as lobular cancer can be difficult to identify.