Choosing a Home Security System That is Compatible With Your Dog: 5 Tips to Consider

A security system can be a wonderful asset to a home, but if you have a dog, you should choose your system carefully to ensure it works with your dog. Before buying your security system, here are some tips to consider:

1. Make sure your dog won't set off your motion detectors

Many security systems include motion detectors. Unfortunately, large dogs can set off motion detectors, but most small dogs can move about undetected. If you decide that your dog is not compatible with motion detectors, that's okay.

Just skip the motion detectors and invest in other security devices such as glass-break detectors to secure your windows or security cameras to monitor the area.

2. Find a security camera that can double as a doggy cam

Your security system doesn't just have to fill one function. If you have cameras, make sure that you can view them when you are not at home. That way, you can check your home for thieves using your smartphone or laptop, but you can also check to make sure your canine companion is not chewing up the couch cushions either.

3. Buy a security system that protects your dog from common threats

Security systems don't just protect your dog, your family and your home from criminals—they can also keep an eye on other threats. Look for a system that has a fire detector and a carbon monoxide detector.

If the house catches on fire or fills with carbon monoxide, the alarm will go off, the authorities will be called and your dog will be rescued. These features give your dog an extra layer of protection when you are not at home to help him or her.  

4. Inform the monitoring company that you have a dog

However, in order for the authorities to rescue your dog, they need to know you have one. Before installing a monitored system, make sure you tell the alarm company you have a dog. Whether a thief, a fire or any other threat is detected, the alarm company can advise the first responders that you have a dog.

Sadly, if you fail to tell the monitoring company you have a dog and they send the police over to investigate a robbery, you never know what trouble may ensue if the police meet your dog and think it's vicious.

5. Get a wireless alarm system

So that your dog doesn't chew the wires and disable the system or hurt him or herself, invest in a wireless system. These battery powered systems are hardwired into the house, and they don't involve visible wires. Learn more about these and other options by contacting services like Barwon Security Pty Ltd.