Can I use my neighbors old tree trunk shavings/mulch in my coop?

[Leahwog]

My neighbor just recently dug out an old stump from their yard and my husband brought home like 8 garbage bags full of the mulch thinking I could use it in the coop. My concern is that the tree had been diseased which is why it was cut down to begin with. Am I being overly cautious? Any thoughts?

 

[sawmane1]

I have used shavings from a construction site before, cant be to much different.

unless it is moldy

 

[Imp]

I don't think tree diseases will effect the chickens.
Maybe the only tree I might avoid is cedar, but an old stump, doubt it's a problem.

Imp

 

[lutz123]

You didn't mention what type of tree it is. That makes a big difference... oak or pine, sure. Some tree shavings (black walnut for example) are very toxic.