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leaning forward to bite you? If so, is it important that the bird come outof the cage immediately or can you wait a few minutes? Give the birda piece of food or a toy and wait a few minutes. Then, approach thebird again and offer it a nut. It may be more willing to come out nowwithout any problems.For birds that are screeching, Dr. Hess suggests trying to figure outwhat is causing the behavior: Is there another animal in the house? Isthere construction going on? Does the bird screech trying to get yourattention when you leave the room or the house? If so, don’t go runningback into the room yelling at the bird to shut up. A better tacticwould be to give the bird food or toys to occupy him before leaving theroom, thus eliminating the possibility of screeching since the beak isfull.Ferrets are another animal that may not fit all lifestyles. Ferrets,even when neutered, have a strong odor. Their litter box may needcleaning frequently. Owners may also wish to bathe the ferret withferret shampoo to reduce the odor. Yet, the biggest problem, accordingto Lynn Edwards (www.dirtydogsonline.com) is biting or nipping at thehandlers. She recommends training the ferret from a very early age tonot nip by ruffling the back of the neck or tapping the nose and saying“No!”Most pets want to please their owners; it is up to the owners tolearn to observe their pet’s behavior and act in a consistent manneruntil the undesirable behavior is eliminated. ■Healthy Smiles Healthy ChildMeet Dr. Hemberger & his team...Why choose us? Our Expertise:• American Board Certified Pediatric Dentist for over thirty years.• Recipient of the prestigious Kansas Dentist of the Year 2010 Award.• Served as Secretary, Vice-President and President of the Kansas Dental Association.• Recipient of The Humanitarian Award from the Kansas Fifth District Dental Society.• Pediatric Dental Coordinator for the Kansas Mission of Mercy since 2002.• Appointed by the Governor to ser ve as a member of the Kansas Dental Board.• Our team of Dental Hygienists have over 20 years experience in Pediatric Dentistry.• Our office & dental assistants team has over 20 years of pediatric dental experience.Your Child is Our CommitmentPediatric Dental Specialist for Children & TeensGlenn V. Hemberger, D.D.S., M.S.We are excited and privileged to provide comprehensive dental andorthodontic care for children and teens includingthose with special needs.New Patients call today!(913) 345-0331hembergerpediatricdental.com8575 W. 110th, Ste. 310Overland Park, KS 66210116 HERLIFEMAGAZINE.COM