This particular formulation is more palatable to the bird and may be coated onto seeds, which are subsequently ingested by the bird. Alternately, nectar eaters obviously like sweet liquids. Drugs for these birds are often placed in a fruit-flavoured vehicle which is then drank by the bird. Some specific health care needs that parrot owners should be aware of include the fact that while the parrot diet may contain fruits and vegetables, they should never be given avocado, which is toxic to parrots. Parrot owners should also avoid excessively sweet, fatty, or heavily salted foods.
Ethanol can also be extremely toxic to parrots.
Additionally, while grit or gravel is important for many birds, it is not necessary for parrots and may actually cause problems. In general, since reptiles are cold-blooded, many require heat sources for optimal survival. The three broad families of reptiles that are most often encountered in veterinary practice include the lizards, turtles, and snakes. The primary problem with mouth rot is secondary infection. Most antibiotics may be used to treat mouth rot, although the cephalosporins are currently favoured over other classes.