Now, giving the Chihuahua (Castro), credit where credit’s due, he makes a terrific alarm system. Castro, when properly motivated, could conceivably wake the dead. But obviously his diminutive size makes him far more bark than bite.

A few months ago the entire family went to a movie. Castro was left to guard the house. I’m sure he did his best, but when we got home we found Castro in the linen closet and the big screen TV, our PS3, stereo, microwave oven and a six pack of beer were gone.

That’s when we decided to look at a wireless home security system through a professional monitoring service. Wireless home security definitely seemed like the way to go. Now, with the complete installation of our reliable security equipment in place, we know we can really take a bite out of crime. We’ll rest easier knowing that all our new electronics, and Castro, are safe from burglars.