Why is my lovebird sleeping all day, throwing up, and falling?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Male | unneutered
My lovebird is about 13. For 3 weeks he's been sleeping all day. When awake he constantly regurgitates. His flying is weaker and he misses his landings and falls to the floor.
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Published on August 17th, 2017
He should be examined by your veterinarian or by a veterinarian experienced in treating birds. Lethargy, chronic regurgitation and loss of balance would be serious symptoms in a young bird. Given Tweety's age, he should be seen as soon as you can get an appointment. Birds are very good at hiding illness or injury until it is quite serious. In the meantime, keep him warm and as stress free as possible until he sees the vet. Do not allow him to fly and remove or lower perches to prevent injury from falls. Consider feeding a commercial handfeeding formula temporarily or soaked commercial pellets to get some food into him.
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Published on August 4th, 2017
I have never seen a bird sleeping on his back before, this is usually a sign that the bird is dying so i am extremely surprised that he is eating and drinking normally. i cannot know what is causing this so i cannot advise you to give him any medication, it would be best to take him to an avian vet specialist in order to get it checked.
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