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Should I potty train my bird? Are there health risks for pet birds?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Female

When you finished potty training a bird, will they fly automatically to their toilet when they have to go or when you tell them to go?

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Answered By Ady Y. Gancz, DVM, ABVP (Avian), ECZM

Veterinarian, Board-certified avian specialist

Published on January 29th, 2018

Hi and thank you for your question, I don't recommend potty training birds as it may result in them not pooping regularly when the owner is not present or when something in their environment changes. This can have a negative effect on their health and is best avoided. Regards

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