
No one has to be reminded that crime is rampant, and that one of the most frequently committed crimes is burglary. Although a professional thief can always find a way to break in, you can make your home nearly burglar-proof.
Plenty of outdoor lighting, a fence and a Doberman pinscher or two should convince a thief to look elsewhere. But large aggressive dogs can be a nuisance, even a liability, if not properly trained.
In the long run, there are three basic protective devices that help deter burglars: door locks, window locks and burglar alarms.