This debate has been going on for a long time.
Which is better, a dog or an alarm system? Many people feel that dogs can provide better protection, while others feel alarm systems are superior as far as home security.
Dogs have been used throughout history as watch dogs.
They have been protecting families for a long time because of their ability to sense strangers and their strong sense of loyalty to their owners.
Dogs can instantly alert owners of any potential threats to your home before a break in even happens.
Even with all these benefits, however, most experts would agree that even a basic system provides better protection than a guard dog would.
Dogs come with a lot of risks.
Alarm systems are safer for homeowners, and in the long run are less expensive and provide better protection.
Guard dogs can alert owners with barking if there are any break ins.
Home Security Systems can alert owners and alert police or monitoring security.
Alarm systems also don't have the risk that dogs have of being stolen or killed.
Home Security Systems can also provide other safety benefits for your home.
Most alarm systems can also include protections against fire.
There are also products that can measure dangerous levels of carbon monoxide in case of any gas leaks.
Security dogs can be very well trained, but even the best trained dogs can be unpredictable.
Statistics sadly show that those harmed most often by guard dogs aren't burglars, but children.
Alarm systems are much safer for family, especially children.
Dogs also provide financial risks if they do actually attack a burglar.
Many criminals that have been attacked and brought to the hospital can sue for thousands of dollars, and in many cases win.
Having a guard dog can cause a lot of heartache and can even lead to financial ruin.
It is agreed that dogs can be a wonderful asset to a family, but as a guard dog they are not worth the risk.
For home safety, an alarm system is the way to go.
It will do a much better job with protecting your home and your family.