The document discusses how parrots are often given up due to life changes and inability to maintain good behavior in the parrot. It notes that modern life involves more job and family changes than in the past. It emphasizes that training is needed to have a well-behaved parrot through positive reinforcement, understanding body language, and asking rather than making the parrot do things. The document recommends target training, stepping up, crate training, bathing, and nail clipping as helpful behaviors to teach parrots.
