How dangerous is runny poop?

[operationindigo]

One of my hens has had runny poop for 4-5 days now. I'm not sure if it is something that is happening constantly, or just in some circumstances. However I've been seeing some runny spots out in the run and I saw one come from one chicken. Both girls are eating fine and active, also both are laying. There are also normal droppings to be found as well. I don't really give too many treats and they both just started laying recently. Is this something to be worried about or will it pass?

 

[Eggcessive]

If the chickens are eating well and acting fine, then there probably isn't anything to worry about. Every 9th or 10th poop is a cecal poop, and they can be runny. Also if they are drinking a lot of water stools will be runny. The best thing to do is to give them some probiotics and vitamins in their water a few days a week, and limit any treats, along with giving a good layer feed. If you see any grossly abnormal stools just post a picture. Here is a page of poop pictures--some of the "normal" poops are questionable, but it is helpful: http://chat.allotment.org/?topic=17568.0