Did you know that fatty liver disease can affect a variety of animals including birds? If you own a Galah cockatoo or other type of bird, talk to your vet about the signs and symptoms of fatty liver disease. Symptoms may include lack of appetite, lethargy, or even depression. Not all symptoms point to fatty liver, but you should have your Galah checked by a vet just in case. Fatty liver disease occurs when large amounts of fat are deposited in the liver. Obese birds often have enlarged livers due to additional fat storage. The sooner the disease is diagnosed and treated the higher the chances of survival. Your veterinarian Orangevale, CA will need to run a complete physical examination to make a diagnosis. Additional symptoms of the disease include a distended abdomen, difficulty breathing, diarrhea, abnormal droppings and even poor feather health.