Abstract: A pet leash which allows the user to remain connected to the pet such that the user can alternatively move between a hands-free connection and a hand-held connection. The hands-free connection can consist of an arm band fixture that can be connected to the user's arm and allows the pet owner to operate the leash hands free so that the user's hands are available for other tasks. The hand-held connection can consist of a grip handle that allows for a shorter hold on the leash and gives more control in situations in need of more restraint. The leash can be adjusted for different user arm lengths and for different dog heights. A pocket on the armband and a pouch on the grip handle can be provided for additional storage.

Abstract: A touch screen peripheral device having a touch-responsive screen. The inventive device provides for both input to and output from an electronics system. A project/input designator display means provides at least one project/input designator on the touch-responsive screen, wherein the display properties of each project/input designator are customizable. A project retention means provides for the linking and saving of at least one specified resource that activates upon user selection of an associated project/input designator. The project retention means further provides for the linking of at least two specified resources with an associated project/input designator, wherein two or more specified resources are initiated by selection of a single project/input designator. Yet still, an offloading means may offload on-screen items from a main display screen to the touch-responsive screen either automatically or in response to user input, an event trigger, an application interaction or a state change.