srnity: We thought it was really cute,hearing them scury about now and again,and it gave us the warm and fuzzies feeling we were providing refuge from the cold.I guess they would need a way to get in and out.Then one day a terrible odour took over the kitchen.Mice don't pick what season they choose to expire,and if it's winter,and they are nesting in your pipes that'll be the place.It would be nice if they had more consideration,but they don't.Be forwarned,the smell is sickening