[paul51]

So another important lesson learned in this story is to listen to your dog(s). Sometimes they might be pulling your leg, but rather than take a chance, check it out.

And don't try to clear a house by yourself

[Chena]

"And don't try to clear a house by yourself"

Good point! Years ago when we lived in a two story home with a narrow stairwell that led to the upstairs, my husband instructed me that if an intruder broke in and I was upstairs, I should NOT go downstairs but rather take my stand at the top of the stairs. At least I only had one area to focus on then. The bottom of the steps. And talk about a good shooting gallery. A load of buckshot, a stairwell, and you can't hardly miss.

Either way, one person can't sweep a home on their own and still watch their backside. Works great on t.v., but not in real life.