aww that stinks! You can do things like fake stickers that say you have an alarm, or put chewed up doggie toys in the yard like you have a big old dog. putting out brand new toys doesnt scare um. Thats awful that people do that.
Since the lock is broken, it means that they have done their job, and hopefully moved on. The lock smith should be able to help you get the lock fixed, but fixing your sense of security may take a bit more effort.