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My lovebirds aren't eating, sitting low, and have watery poop. Help!

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Cockatiel | Male | 7 months and 12 days old

I’m having a pair of pet birds candy and tweety , these are the African love birds I think they are having health issues,where they are not eating food ,sitting on bottom of the cage ,and having watery stools or droppings

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Todd Cecil

Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on April 13th, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about Candy and Tweety. Heat support in the 80-85 F range can give comfort. With both birds ill, inhaled or ingested toxins, a virulent bacterial or viral disease are probable and a veterinary visit is needed ASAP, as birds have little reserves to fall back on.
Good luck.
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