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The term "wet-tail" is a disease in rodents and is caused by stress.

Chickens can get a similar symptom called "pasty butt" or "vent gleet". It can be caused by stress in the chick, but for older birds it means worms, lice or mites, or even that a hen is egg-bound.

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Chickens do not typically suffer from "wet tail" as this condition is more commonly associated with rodents, such as hamsters. However, chickens can experience health issues related to wet or dirty conditions, like foot pad dermatitis or respiratory infections. It's important to keep their environment clean and dry to prevent such problems.

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Yes, they have a sort of heart shaped tail that long tail feathers grow from.

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