This passion was born the moment our oldest daughter got her first parrot. Surprised by its intelligence and the quality of the relationship with this bird, we researched methodically and came to understand the threats to the species (in particular, intensive trade and trafficking).

The path has been long to choose good books (the literature is primarily in English) and find good practices (we thank those experienced breeders who shared their knowledge with us).

Preparing cages and their related equipment required several years. All of this was conducted without any external financial aid. In parallel, the necessary documentation was submitted and accepted.

We have learned that:
- Birds are occasionally sold with neither care nor guidance, nor even legal papers!
- The purchaser separates from the bird some time after realising the burdens related to necessary regular care.
- In other cases (following a death, for example, and because of the long life expectancy of the parrot), the bird ends up alone.
- Finally, some imported or illegally detained birds are confiscated by competent authorities and an appropriate home must be found (specialised parks exist but their available space is limited).

However, no organisational body existed in France to legally shelter the birds. We therefore decided to establish the Association de Sauvegarde et d'Accueil des Perroquets (ASAP) on 5 June 1999 to achieve these goals (consult the Journal officiel de la République française from 5 June 1999, n° 1562, page 2548).

While some organisations protect parrots’ natural habitat, we focused on providing acceptable life conditions for these birds. We progressively arrived at the idea of trying to lend a "protective" hand to these birds by responding to all of the increasingly numerous needs that have been expressed to us.

Over the course of time, veterinarians called us with practical questions and observations. This website will also answer this type of question, recognising that we can never replace a veterinary physician!