Coccidiossis?

[zmhs5]

Hi, everyone.

I’ve been keeping chickens for about 2 years now and I have a new batch at about 10 weeks old that have what looks like pinkish to red meat bits in three poops I saw today, kind of like meat spots you would see in eggs, one per poop. I would post photos but my phone is having a little trouble posting pics (read: operator error).

I’ve never observed this before but it’s not the amount of blood others have attributed to cocci. Is this normal or should I treat my birds?

Please help BYCers.

 

[Dancing With Chickens]

Hi, everyone.

I’ve been keeping chickens for about 2 years now and I have a new batch at about 10 weeks old that have what looks like pinkish to red meat bits in three poops I saw today, kind of like meat spots you would see in eggs, one per poop. I would post photos but my phone is having a little trouble posting pics (read: operator error).

I’ve never observed this before but it’s not the amount of blood others have attributed to cocci. Is this normal or should I treat my birds?

Please help BYCers.

I need more pictures of the blood, but look for common signs of cocci. The chickens will seem droopy and sick. Also, how old are they, and where they fed medicated feed as chicks? Hope this helps

 

[Mrs. Light Sussex]

What is seen is the poop pictures you've posted is intestinal tissue, that is normal and no cause for alarm.
As long as the birds seem healthy, I so no reason for worry.

 

[coach723]

Coccidiosis does not always present with blood in the droppings. Sometimes it's just runny or mucousy. If you are seeing a lot of this, I would personally go ahead and treat with Corid. If any of them look 'off' even a little bit, lethargic, fluffed up, not eating or drinking well, then I would definitely treat. If they all seem completely normal, you can just watch for any signs of illness and be ready to treat right away (it's a good idea to have Corid on hand just in case - it has a long shelf life), symptoms can be subtle, so good observation is key. Corid is very safe, so you won't do any harm.
Treatment chart is below if needed, use the severe outbreak dosing. If any of them are showing any symptoms you can also give them an oral dose in addition to the treated water below, dosing for that is here: https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/corid-oral-drench-instructions.1211991/

 

[zmhs5]

None of them seem off. Quite the opposite, in fact. This bunch are like a herd of toddlers, super hyper active. They come running for any signs of food even when the feeder is full and drink up on water just fine.

I do have Corid on hand, just in case, though I do not feed medicated starter.

I’ll just closely monitor for now: ie sit next to the coop with some hot cocoa and watch the little crazies.

Thanks, everyone.