The first detailed genetic map of cancer in pet cats reveals striking similarities with human versions of the disease, possibly helping find new ways to treat cancers in both.

Axar.az informs, citing BBC, scientists analysed tumour DNA from almost 500 domestic cats, uncovering key genetic mutations linked with the condition.

Cancer is one of the main causes of illness and death in cats, however, very little is known about how it develops.

"Cat cancer genetics has totally been a black box up until now," said lead researcher, Dr Louise Van der Wayden. "The more we can understand about cancer in any species has got to be beneficial for everybody."

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