6-7 weeks runny poo

[austra momma]

I don't think its diarrhea but its not solid either. Is this always a sign if illness. I have 6 chicks and its not all of them.
Thanks for any insights!

 

[dawg53]

I don't think its diarrhea but its not solid either. Is this always a sign if illness. I have 6 chicks and its not all of them.
Thanks for any insights!

It sounds like cecal poop which is normal about every 8-10 excretions. It also smells terrible.

 

[austra momma]

Thanks!

 

[ChickensAreSweet]

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With coccidiosis it can be either watery poo, constant liquid poo, or bloody diarrhea. If you suspect they are too lethargic/acting cold/not eating or drinking well you may consider coccidiosis as a possibility- it is treatable. They usually become immune to the cocci after about 8 weeks but coccidiosis can still occur after that age.

So just keep a watch out for signs of illness.