Key Takeaways
- Chocolate and caffeine can cause severe neurological and cardiac problems in birds, leading to seizures and death.
- Apple seeds, tomato leaves, and avocado can be highly toxic and should always be avoided when feeding birds.
- Alcohol and salt can cause organ dysfunction and can be fatal if consumed by birds.
Birds are social creatures, so many owners allow their pets to be included at mealtime. While sharing food with your bird is a lot of fun and can be wonderful for your pet’s emotional health, there are many common human foods that can be harmful or even fatal to your bird. Owners need to know which foods are fine for sharing and which pose a serious risk.
