Lovebird — breed guide

At a glance

Group

small parrot

Size

Toy

Weight

0.04–0.06 kg (0–0 lb)

Life span

10–15 years

Coat

Stocky little parrot in vivid greens, peaches and blues

Living with a Lovebird

• High energy — needs real exercise every day, not a stroll.
• Light grooming — a brush now and then.
• Barely sheds.
• Trainable with consistency.
• Barks readily.
• Better in a home without young children.
• Not always easy with other dogs — introduce carefully.
• Not safe to keep in a house with a cat.
• Suits apartment living, given its daily walks.
• Better with previous experience behind you.
• Average heat tolerance.
• Feels the cold.

Temperament

Bold · Feisty · Bonded

Health to watch

• Feather plucking
• Chronic egg laying

Owner-logged information shared via Leash Life is not veterinary advice; ask your vet about screening for these.

Did you know

They pair-bond hard — but a single lovebird with a devoted human does just fine.

Questions people ask

Is a Lovebird good with kids?

Usually not the first pick for a home with small children. Older, calmer households suit this breed better.

Can a Lovebird live in a house with a cat?

Not safely. Cat saliva carries bacteria that are lethal to birds, so any scratch or bite — however minor it looks — is a same-day emergency. Keeping both means keeping them genuinely separate.

How much exercise does a Lovebird need?

An hour or more of proper exercise every day.

Can a Lovebird handle hot weather?

About average — use normal hot-day sense.