Even better, by carefully screening potential applicants, you could find a student who's sufficiently trustworthy to leave in charge of the house while you're away. (remonline.com)
As this type of dog personality grows it will attempt to take charge of the house and the decision making process. (2ndchance.info)
Or if your existing dog doesn't think that you are in charge of the house someone has to be so they often will take on the job. (michael--korsoutlet.ca)