They show loss of agility and general unwillingness to move. Resentment is exhibited on palpation of the back and abdomen. In the advanced cases, even a light touch will cause pain. Fever is a constant finding and anorexia may be present. Biopsy of the subcut.
Microscopic examination reveals severe inflammatory changes and associated ceroid pigment.
The administration of vitamin E, in the form of a-tocopherol, at least 30 mg daily for cats, or 15 mg daily for mink, is necessary. Antibiotics are of doubtful value, in spite of the fever and leukocytosis. Administration of fluids is not advisable unless dehydration exists and the animal should be handled as little as possible. Basically - a cat and mink ailment that is only caused by fish oil. I see nothing in my veterinary texts regarding dogs or other animals getting this problem.