Newborn kid with white poops

Pamela Carlton

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My Nigerian Dwarf doe kidded yesterday and had 4 kids. These are her first. Three were good size (2.5-3.5 pounds) and one was weak and tiny (1.25 pounds). She is getting stronger and holding her own. She is walking (a little wobbly) and nursing a lot. However, this AM she pooped and it was stark white. It was the normal soft, sticky baby goat poop, but just pure white. Any thoughts?
Thanks so much!!
 

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I've never heard of that.
The first poop is dark black and tarry (Meconium)
After they drink more milk, in a few days it becomes yellow.
 

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It sounds like it could be mucous from the lining... but I have no idea. Never heard of this in a newborn goat. :idunno
 
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