Black Ashy Poop

[casportpony]

black poop can also be a sign of internal bleeding.

True, which is why I asked to see it on a paper towel because sometimes the blood will be visible. Have some pictures that show this... Will see if I can find them.

 

[Suzmv]

Thank you all for your replies. They have not had any wood ash.

It seems to be just one hen, but I'm going to keep a close eye on all of them. I will keep y'all posted.

 

[Suzmv]

My first thought when I saw the pic was they must be eating blueberries. Kept scrolling, and yes, they are. Pretty sure that's the cause, but just want to add, black poop can also be a sign of internal bleeding. If it doesn't clear up, or one of the hens starts acting off, consider taking a fecal sample to a vet, and asking for an occult blood test to be run on the fecal.

Will do.

 

[Suzmv]

My chickens poop like that if they've eaten an abundance of earthworms. Berry poop can look grey/purple/black, too. I'll be interested to see if the color persists after you withhold the berries.

I was just thinking yesterday about getting them some earthworms- guess I'll hold off for now.

 

[Kiki]

I was just thinking yesterday about getting them some earthworms- guess I'll hold off for now.

May I suggest you pass on getting earthworms.
They have been know to carry and pass along GAPEWORM to chickens.

 

[micstrachan]

May I suggest you pass on getting earthworms.
They have been know to carry and pass along GAPEWORM to chickens.

Gross. My girls love to dig for them in rainy season.

 

[Suzmv]

May I suggest you pass on getting earthworms.
They have been know to carry and pass along GAPEWORM to chickens.

Thank you.

May I suggest you pass on getting earthworms.
They have been know to carry and pass along GAPEWORM to chickens.