I would go back to the asylum before you tackle the funhouse- there's an item in there that will make it easier to find something hidden in Anor Londo. Stray Demon has a lot of health and is rough until you learn how to beat him even with a high level, but once you know the tricks isn't that bad. All I can say is that you shouldn't lock on. More @Wikipedia
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