In almost all cases when the owners are questioned , I learn that the lovebird had been allowed to nibble gently on their earlobes, neck, or fingers for many months before the hard biting ever started. It is a fact that nibbling almost always turns to biting if allowed to continue. By discouraging any sort of nibbling on your body, you can prevent it from developing into biting.

A good method for stopping the nibbling behavior is to provide a distraction. For example, vegetable tanned leather strips can be held near the lovebird so it chews that rather than you. Unscented tissues rolled up also seem to be a favorite for lovebirds to shred. Lovebirds are chewers by nature, so you need to direct this behavior in a direction that is acceptable to you.

If this method does not alleviate the problem you can gently move your lovebird's beak way from your skin and give a firm command, "No biting!" The beak is very sensitive, so you do not need to pull it. If the lovebird persists, give it three chances, then put it back into the cage for five minutes. After that sort rest period, take the lovebird out and start over. This process can seem frustrating at first. However, if you are consistent with your cues and behavior and are patient, most lovebirds will learn the rules.

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