Hmmmmmm I was really considering going to a cordless mouse but between you and Richard I have about decided that I need to stick to my corded one. I have 2 mini schnauzers, a 5 month old golden retriever who is chewing shoes like mad, and 2 cats. They have already stolen my glassess off the night stand in the bedroom. So.... I can just imagine what they would do with a cordless mouse...<g>......... Thanks and take care - Emma In a message dated 5/19/2005 6:43:02 AM Central Standard Time, jasche45133@aol.com writes: I have a corded mouse for two reasons: 2 1/2 year old grandson and pet ferret. Both like to run off with my stuff... the cord keeps my mouse attached to my computer which is too heavy for grandson and ferret to carry off. ;-] Richard Pence wrote on 05/18/2005, 11:16 PM: With > the cordless mouse, when it falls from my hand to the floor all I have > to do > is find the cord and pull it back up.