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My 2-month-old cockatiel is inactive, has diarrhea, and only eats seeds.

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Female | 2 months and 12 days old | 15 lbs

Is anything serious issue with my pet its cocktail bird it is inactive and it os 2 months old i am so worried so plz tel me is anything worries about my pet and it is eating only sunflower seed and it get loose motion i am giving her antibiotics syrup

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on June 24th, 2018

Without examining your bird in person, or knowing any other symptoms beside "loose stool" it would be impossible to tell what is going on with Kiwi. If she is listless and doesn't seem to be doing well, or has an infection, speaking with the vet that examined her and prescribed the antibiotic syrup is best as they will best know her case history. Keeping her warm, in a clean cage, and with easy access to food and water can help. Making sure she is eating a balanced diet and not just sunflower seeds (which are very fatty and could be causing the diarrhea) can also help to get her feeling better. If the medication isn't helping or she isn't feeling better, seeking another appointment in person is best.

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