That's actually not all bad, considering I could kill off the majority with my awesome much more futuristic weapon. I also don't mind starting my life over with a mighty weapon. :D
Anyways though, Your dog freaks out less: As a result, it no longer gets surprised at most anything, including intruders to your home, allowing you to be murdered by a psychopath, while your dog takes the calm, rational approach of escaping in an orderly fashion.
I wish I had a jetpack.