'My dog and I both had breast cancer with the exact same treatment'

'My dog and I both had breast cancer with the exact same treatment'After discovering a lump, this woman went through a gruelling cancer journey only to discover that her dog also had the same disease. She's revealed how they both support each otherCommentsNewsGemma Strong Features Writer and Olivia Stringer15:05, 14 Apr 2026View 4 ImagesVickie Doogan with her dog Dolly(Image: Vickie Doogan / SWNS)It's a cruel twist of fate that few of us can imagine, but now they are more bonded than ever.‌Vickie Doogan, 52, was first diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 39, after discovering a lump in her left arm. Thankfully, she responded well to chemotherapy and bounced back after treatment. But at the age of 44, she was diagnosed again and had a double mastectomy to lower the chances of the cancer returning for a third time.‌She then decided to get a poochon - a cross between a Bichon Frise and a Miniature Poodle - named Dolly to support her during her recovery. But seven years later, in February 2026, the roles were reversed when Dolly was also diagnosed with breast cancer, after being taken to the vets with an upset stomach.‌READ MORE: Dad retired as soon as daughter got cancer diagnosis - then he got cancer tooREAD MORE: Woman's life changed forever after noticing subtle difference in visionView 4 ImagesVickie and her beloved dog Dolly were both diagnosed with breast cancer(Image: Vickie Doogan / SWNS)Vickie, a recruiter, from Ascot, Berkshire, said: "When I was first diagnosed with breast cancer, I was absolutely floored. I was 39, fit, healthy, and there was no lump in my breast. Chemo was brutal but thankfully I responded well to it."In 2018, when I was diagnosed again, I just couldn't believe it. I found out I have the altered BRCA2 gene, meaning I'm more predisposed to breast cancer, so I had an elective double mastectomy. The surgery was amazing; I had implants put in the next day."‌She continued: "I got Doll...