If it was diff. time of the year, I'd actually be able to help ya. But my wife's a teacher, and that means we're both out of the house most of the day right now, and I wouldn't trust my knucklehead alone with him. I'm afraid his "dumbness" would rub off and you'd hate me when you come back. Best of Luck.
If a family member or friend can not watch TJ check to see if your vet's office offers any animal sitting services. My parents used their vet in a pinch on a few occasions.
we paid someone to stay at the house for a week, but what about local kennels? usually veterinarians also board dogs. it's a bit more stressful, but at least you know he'll get medical care if needed.