How to Keep a Lovebird Sociable

Lovebirds are the smallest member of the parrot family. They have a fun personality, like the parrot, but are easier to keep as a pet because of their small size. As their name implies, a lovebird is a very social bird that will require a lot of attention and care.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Own only 1 lovebird at a time if you want her to bond to you. Many people think it is best to keep lovebirds in pairs, but if you keep a pair of lovebirds they will bond with each other instead of you.

2. Get a second lovebird only if you do not have time to spend with your bird each day. A lovebird does need companionship and interaction. If you can not give him the attention he needs, then you will need to get him a mate. If you do keep 2 lovebirds, keep them in separate cages next to each other. If kept in the same cage many lovebirds eventually attack, and even kill, each other.

3. Handle your lovebird with care every day. Take her out of her cage and let her perch on your finger. Touch is important to the lovebird and she will need to spend a portion of each day having physical contact with you.

4. Talk to your lovebird. It is important to keep the cage in the room of the house that you spend most of your time in. Do not only talk to him when you have him out of the cage, but talk to him every chance that you get during the day.

5. Keep your lovebird for life. Lovebirds form a very strong bond with their owners, so if you adopt one it is important that you plan on keeping and caring for the bird for her entire life. Separation from their owners often means death for a lovebird. The average lifespan of a lovebird is 15 to 20 years.