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# Fecal Score Chart This chart categorizes fecal matter samples based on their characteristics. | SCORE | SPECIMEN EXAMPLE | CHARACTERISTICS | |---|---|---| | 1 | (small, dark-colored pellets) | Very hard and dryOften expelled as individual pelletsRequires much effort to expel from bodyLeaves n...

# Fecal Score Chart This chart categorizes fecal matter samples based on their characteristics. | SCORE | SPECIMEN EXAMPLE | CHARACTERISTICS | |---|---|---| | 1 | (small, dark-colored pellets) | Very hard and dryOften expelled as individual pelletsRequires much effort to expel from bodyLeaves no residue on the ground. | | 2 | (clumps of rounded pellets) | Firm, but not hard, pliableSegmented in appearanceLittle or no residue on the ground. | | 3 | (logs/straight, moist clumps) | Log shaped, moist surfaceLittle or no visible segmentationLeaves residue on the ground, but holds form when picked up.| | 4 | (long, slightly irregular log-shaped object) | Very moist and soggyLog shapedLeaves residue on the ground and loses form when picked up. | | 5 | (clump that is log-shaped) | Very moist but has a distinct shapePresent in piles rather than logsLeaves residue on the ground and loses form when picked up. | | 6 | (small, separate clumps) | Has texture, but no defined shapePresent as piles or spotsLeaves residue on the ground. | | 7 | (a flat, watery substance) | WateryNo texturePresent in flat puddles. |