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Why must birds be kept away from chocolate and caffeine?

Both act as dangerous stimulants in birds.

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  1. They can cause tremors or seizures ✔
  2. They stop molting
  3. They stain feathers

Why: Chocolate and caffeine stimulate a bird's nervous system. University of Illinois veterinarians warn that exposure may cause extreme excitement, tremors or seizures.

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Answer: They can cause tremors or seizures. Chocolate and caffeine stimulate a bird's nervous system. University of Illinois veterinarians warn that exposure may cause extreme excitement, tremors or seizures.

  1. University of Illinois Veterinary Medicine, Bad for Birds vetmed.illinois.edu/pet-health-columns/bad-for-birds-prevent-poisoning-in-avian-pets
    Caffeine and chocolate are both stimulants in birds
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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