So you've been wanting to get a pet parrot and your parents say no? They probably say things like "You're not ready!", "You're not mature enough!" or "You don't have time to care for a bird!" If these statements are true then you probably shouldn't be getting a parrot because they do require a lot of time, money and care.
But if these statements are NOT true then here are some helpful hints to convince your parents into getting you a pet parrot.

1. Prove it! Take care of other pets to demonstrate your love of animals
2. Behave! Be good to demonstrate that you can be responsible.
   This means doing your chores, homework and anything else that's required of you.
   
3. Pick a Species Determine what type of bird you want to get and be specific.
   
4. Research! Research the type of bird that you want to get (books, internet, etc) and put together a mini report with a description of the bird, what is required to care for it and a picture.
   The more detailed you include -- the better it will work.
   If possible, find a one page care sheet online and print it out.
   
5. Post a Picture Hang a picture of it on your refrigerator or in your room.
   This will be a reminder to you and your parents that you're serious about it.
   Who can resist a cute little picture of a parrot? If you're really good, put it as your wallpaper on your computer.
   
6. Work it from both sides Try to get either mom or dad on your side to help talk the other one into agreeing.
   If that doesn't work, enlist a brother or sister to help you talk them into it.
   
7. Never Give Up! Be persistent to show that it isn't something you came up with on a whim.
   Here's a secret about parents, they think if they ignore long enough then you'll forget all about it.
   So stay at it and be persistent!
8. Chip in on the Expenses Put together a plan to help pay the expenses.
   The purchase and care for a parrot is expensive so convince them you'll help by earning money to contribute.
   You can start by saving your own money until you can make the initial purchase and the first vet visit yourself.
   They can be very expensive so be prepared to to save a LOT!.
   
9. Compromise Offer to start out small.
   Instead of getting a large parrot such as a Macaw, get a much smaller parrot that's cheaper and much easier to care for such as a budgie or cockatiel.
   
10. Temper Tantrum! If all else fails then try falling to the ground, crying, screaming, kicking and use the "you don't love me" tactic.
    I'm just kidding about this one but I could only think of 9 helpful ideas :) Actually this is the WORST thing to do because it reminds your parents that you're not mature enough

Hopefully these tips will help you convince your parents to get a pet parrot.
Good luck :)