Hard poo on feathery butt

[dominiques]

Do I need to be concerned about globs of hardened poo balls on my otherwise healthy hens? I live in Maine so it's cold. Thanks!

 

[Judy]

If it's a bunch I'd bring them in and soak it off in a warm bath. It could attract bugs and irritate the skin. You might want to tril their feathers some if they are particularly fluffy. If it's just an occasional xlump not too close to the skin it's probably not a big deal.