Strange poop...ughhh

[Trevorusn]

Soooo found this today. The first pic is of the "thing" removed from the stool. I hope it's not a worm, but not sure what it could be outside of that or intestinal lining??? Any info is greatly appreciated!! Also, this is the first poop to look like this that I have observed. I cannot say who did it, but it came from my one flock of 4 who seem otherwise active and healthy minus the molting going on now.

 

[GrayChickens]

View attachment 1965390 View attachment 1965389Soooo found this today. The first pic is of the "thing" removed from the stool. I hope it's not a worm, but not sure what it could be outside of that or intestinal lining??? Any info is greatly appreciated!! Also, this is the first poop to look like this that I have observed. I cannot say who did it, but it came from my one flock of 4 who seem otherwise active and healthy minus the molting going on now.

Yeesh I'm really sorry that looks bad! I hope you find answers .

 

[twendt]

It's round worms, start treating now. You use Safeguard, suspension (3ml per gallon of water for 5 days) or paste (1.5ml given orally per chicken, once per day for 5 consecutive days). You can look up dewormers in the "search field" for additional info.

 

[Trevorusn]

It's round worms, start treating now. You use Safeguard, suspension (3ml per gallon of water for 5 days) or paste (1.5ml given orally per chicken, once per day for 5 consecutive days). You can look up dewormers in the "search field" for additional info.

Would TSC carry this??

 

[twendt]

Yes, they have Safeguard suspension for Goats, Chicken dosing is on the label, but I looked up several recommendations from other people to simplify it for you. The cost is around $30 for 125ml. Good luck! I've had a flock for 3yrs and haven't wormed, I haven't seen any signs/ symptoms. I have some Wazine (it's hard to get a hold of now) I bought 3yrs ago, for just in case.

 

[twendt]

How many chickens do you have?

 

[Trevorusn]

How many chickens do you have?

13, but this came from a coop of 4 who are molting right now. Thank you for the info, guess I'll be making a TSC stop today!

 

[Trevorusn]

So basically just put it in their water?? The heated drinker they use lasts them almost a week between refills.

 

[Trevorusn]

And my next question...12 of my birds were together until mid September, should I treat all 12 now?? What is the timeframe till I can eat their eggs again, as it seems to vary by dosage strength?

 

[TwentyOneChickens]

View attachment 1965390 View attachment 1965389Soooo found this today. The first pic is of the "thing" removed from the stool. I hope it's not a worm, but not sure what it could be outside of that or intestinal lining??? Any info is greatly appreciated!! Also, this is the first poop to look like this that I have observed. I cannot say who did it, but it came from my one flock of 4 who seem otherwise active and healthy minus the molting going on now.

Pretty, pretty sure it’s worms.

Edit: This has already been answered haha.