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How can I potty train my parrot effectively and easily at home?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

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

How to potty train a parrot I really want my parrot to be potty trained

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on March 12th, 2018

You will need to watch her closely for signs she needs to go. This can include squatting or twitching her tail feathers. When you see her do this, get her to perch on your hand, hold her over a paper towel and say "Do your thing" or "Go potty" or a phrase of your choosing. Hold her until she goes then praise and reward her. Be consistent and be patient. A parrot may go to the bathroom as often as every 15 minutes, so you will have ample opportunity to get her to go where you want. You can read more here: http://www.parrotsecrets.com/parrot-pottytraining.php

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