Around 3:30 this morning my dog sounded off. His bark said it all, better investigate. But I was thinking maybe a critter(coon) on the deck.
Did a quick check with the flashlight, saw nothing. Let the dog out. He barked persistantly towards the side of the house(looking towards neighbours), but still thinking critter I hushed him and got him inside.. Didn't want to disturb the neighbours.
Went back to bed. Got up regular time. Started into basement and noticed the side door was open!! Did a quick look in basement, nothing missing, no one hiding. Went outside and saw side gate open!!
Looks like my pooch had good reason to speak up!! And surely had some bad people retreating.
Our little pooch.
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