All About Lovebird Training & Care

• The Lovebird is an intelligent and affectionate bird.
• It has the ability to learn to talk and whistle. Its speech is clear and distinct.
• It responds eagerly to your voice and expects a loving gesture as a reward.
• Lovebirds are very hardy and do not need to be kept particularly warm all the time, but should not be exposed to freezing conditions.
• It is small in size but it is a big parrot by temperament.

The cage shape is also very important for the bird. Square or rectangular cages are more appropriate for parrots. Before buying the cage, do a thorough checking of the security mechanism.

The cage should be at least 2 feet wide by 2 feet long and 2 feet tall, but a larger cage is definitely better. Bars should be oriented horizontally to allow the birds climb the sides of the cage. Avoid round cages. Provide a variety of perch sizes (including natural branches if possible) as this is healthier for a caged bird's feet.

Cage size should be:

• Lovebirds need approximately: 24" W x 24" H x 24" D
• Bar spacing: 1/2" to 5/8"

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Since commercial food does not meet your bird's nutritional needs, a Lovebird strives best on grains, fresh vegetables, nuts, seeds, pellets and meats.

• Small hookbill
• Small or mini pellets
• Fresh vegetables
• In the while they eat fruit and berries, so these can be a nice addition to the diet.
• Some whole grains such as cooked quinoa, sprouted bread, and millet on occasion.

Vitamin and calcium supplements should be added in their diet from time to time. Remember, your pet's diet will improve its health and will keep it content.

What is the Ideal Diet For Your Lovebird

Although hardy birds, but the Lovebird are prone to accidents owing to their small size. They are also very sensitive to their environment; therefore, hygiene and cleanliness must be maintained. Water should be changed everyday and food should not be kept over 3 hours in the cage. Clean their cage with anti-bacterial solutions from time to time.

Usually active, energetic and healthy, Lovebird can suffer from common diseases like any other Lovebirds. These health issues are:

• loss of appetite
• diarrhea
• Anorexia
• lethargy
• weight loss
• feather plucking
• beak swelling
• wheezing or coughing
• favoring one foot
• eye or nasal discharge
• red or swollen eyes

Care should be taken while trimming your bird's feathers.

How To Keep Your Lovebird Healthy?