Yup...happens to me too.I feel safer with my German Shepherd here....but still feel the fear.Sometimes I greet them,show them where things are at,and then take my dog for a walk.I almost always find a way to be ouside,or at least near the door.I never allow them to get between me and the door.Call it paranoia,or whatever,but I have been hurt too often,and too badly to ever be careless about my safety.Do whatever helps you to feel safe.You might consider asking a friend to come over and stay with you.Take care,and know that some of us do understand
phoenix