I just realized something that freaked me out. In my previous story I mentioned that my parents have felt a force push up from underneath their mattress. Well, we've also noticed that one of my dogs acts very strange around my parents' bed. He creeps around it with his head down, occasionally glancing underneath or sometimes freezing all together. He seems to be terrified of something under the bed. I never put these two together until just now.
Also, in regards to the basement where I saw the apparition... That same dog absolutely will not go anywhere near the basement. My other dog will but always acts strange when he does. And he's always very anxious to leave. Both dogs will also bark or growl at what appears to be nothing. And my parents' cats sometimes stare at thin air.
I guess I'll have to pay more attention to the behavior of animals. I think, if I went ghost hunting, I might consider taking a dog along. Has anyone here ever heard of someone using a dog for that purpose?
I guess I'll also take this opportunity to offer an update. Me, my sister, and my sister's friend have all felt something touch us when we're in the house. It feels, to me, like someone gently laying their hand on my arm or head. And it is, by far, the creepiest thing that's ever happened here. It's bad enough hearing or seeing something but, at least for me, feeling something is ten times worse. Nothing violent so far though. It just feels like someone reaching out and letting me know they're there. Like I didn't know already.
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The dog has to be kept a leash at all times. That's for the dogs protection. You don't want your dog becoming scared, running off, and getting lost. But even if a dog is on a leash, never take one with you while investigating a cemetery. It sometimes irks the inhabitants.
I'm sure you've already taken care of this, but make sure your dog is up to date on shots. If you're investigating an older building that's been abandoned,there's always going to be the chance that rats or other small animals might have moved in. You don't want the possibility of an unvaccinated dog being biten by something.
The great thing about having a dog with you while investigating is that some dogs are extremely sensitive to the presence of paranormal presences. They can be your early warning system. Having your dog with you can definitely make the experience more interesting.
Even though the pros might outweigh the cons, there are some things to keep in mind. Not all dogs enjoy being on an investigation. It makes them nervous. And there's also the chance, slim but real, of the dog being attacked by an entity.