That is where the University of Pennsylvania Veterinary School stepped in to make a difference.  To find animals in need of mammary tumor care, they turned to shelter dogs, who may not have otherwise had the opportunity for the surgery and treatments required.  This study has found that mammary tumors in humans and K-9s are very similiar.  Cali participated in the study, just across the street from the University of Pennsylvania hospital that cared for Millie during her illness.  Both Millie and Cali are fine now, and come to visit our shelter regulary.  This story has aired on different news programs througout our country.  Thank you to Millie and Callie for becoming ambassadors for BCSPCA all over the country!