Dog Sitters in Israel: Prices and Tips

What does a dog sitter do?

A dog sitter helps care for a dog when its owners cannot be with it, for example when they are away from home or need help with their routine. The scope of the service is not fixed: sometimes it means walking the dog, and sometimes it involves spending time at home or hosting the dog and providing care over a longer period. So it is a good idea to find out exactly what is included in an offer rather than relying on the service name alone.

A walk may be suitable when the dog needs to go out and then return to its familiar routine. Care in your home lets the dog stay in its own surroundings, but you should agree in advance on arrival times and how long the sitter will stay. With boarding, the dog stays at the service provider’s home, so it is important to ask about the hosting arrangements and the daily routine there.

Before making arrangements, share clear information about your dog’s habits, what helps it feel calm, and any situations that need attention. Agree on what will be done during the care period and what falls outside the agreed scope. If you are looking for information about hosting away from home, you can also read the Guide to Dog Boarding: Prices, Options, and a Checklist. This makes it easier to compare services based on your actual needs, not just their names.

What types of dog care can you choose?

The right type of care depends on how long you will be away, your dog’s temperament, and the routine your family wants to maintain. There is no single option that suits every dog: some dogs are more comfortable staying at home, while others can adjust to being hosted elsewhere. It is also worth considering your family’s practical needs, such as arranging a walk or having someone present at home.

• Dog walking: Suitable when the help you need is a walk. Agree on the walk’s duration, the meeting point, and instructions for handling your dog.
• Care in your home: The dog stays in familiar surroundings, and the service provider comes to the family’s home. Specify whether this means being present, providing routine care, or carrying out specific tasks only.
• Boarding: The dog stays at the service provider’s home. Ask in advance about the routine there, what to bring, and what information about your dog is needed.

If you are deciding between boarding and care in your home, compare the duration of care, location, and how comfortable your dog is with each option. You can also read How to Choose Dog Boarding, which brings together points to ask about before your dog is hosted. Whatever the arrangement, detailed planning in advance helps set clear expectations for the family and the service provider.

How much does a dog sitter cost in Israel?

The price ranges below are a 2026 market estimate, not a binding price list or a personal quote. The actual amount is agreed between the family and the service provider, based on the type of care and the details they agree on. Compare offers for the same scope of care: the pricing unit for a walk is different from the unit for boarding or care in your home.

2026 market estimate by type of service

Type of service	Pricing unit	Price range
Dog walking	Half hour	30–60 ₪
Dog boarding	Day	40–110 ₪
Care in your home	Day	60–150 ₪
Request for hourly pricing	According to the duration and scope of service agreed	No range specified in the information presented
Request for pricing of additional tasks	According to the tasks agreed	No range specified in the information presented

To compare offers, check whether each one covers the same duration, location, and list of tasks. If pricing is not based on the units in the table, ask for details about what is included and how the amount is determined. You can also visit the Pet Care Services page to learn about the service area. Keep in mind that these ranges are intended only as a general reference and do not guarantee a particular price.

How do you choose the right type of care for your dog and family?

Start by understanding your dog’s routine and how long your family needs help. Consider whether your dog is used to staying at home, how it reacts to new places, and what kind of care is needed while you are away. Your family’s practical constraints matter too: having someone come to your home, taking your dog to be hosted, or arranging a walk may suit different situations.

Before deciding, review the points below and consider what matters to you and your dog:

• Is your dog calmer in familiar surroundings, or might it adjust to another home?
• Do you mainly need a walk, or does your dog need someone to stay with it for longer?
• Which routines are important to maintain while your family is unavailable?
• Are there care instructions or daily needs you should share in advance?
• What location and service duration can you arrange conveniently?

You do not need to choose based on price alone: a lower or higher offer does not by itself show whether the arrangement suits your dog. Compare the scope of service, the type of care, and the details you can agree on. If you choose boarding, ask about the daily routine and what information the service provider needs from you. If you choose care in your home, agree on arrival times and what should be done during each visit or stay.

What should you agree on with the service provider in advance?

Planning ahead helps prevent gaps between what the family expects and what the service provider understands has been agreed. It is a good idea to gather the information clearly and make sure everyone understands the duration of care, the location, and the tasks. You can share information verbally, but a written summary of the main points makes them easier to refer to later.

Planning checklist:

• Routine details: walk times, important habits, and your dog’s preferences.
• Care instructions: what to do and what to avoid.
• Service duration: when it starts and ends, and what happens if plans change.
• Care location: the family’s home, the service provider’s home, or a meeting point for a walk.
• Payment: the agreed amount, what scope of service it covers, and when payment is due.
• Communication: how to share updates if there is a question or a change to the arrangement.

Do not assume a task is included just because it seems related to caring for a dog. If you have a special request, raise it in advance and ask whether the service provider can do it and whether it changes the scope of service or the payment. For boarding, ask what you need to bring; for care at home, describe your dog’s routine and any details needed to access the home. Clear arrangements let each party decide whether the agreement works for them.

Employing a domestic worker: wages, Bituach Leumi, and rest

The employer obligations described here apply when the arrangement is employment of a domestic worker. Do not assume that every dog sitter falls into this category: the actual nature of the arrangement must be considered. Domestic workers, including housekeepers and caregivers, have employee rights, and employers have obligations to them. If this is such an employment arrangement, it is important to check the relevant obligations and not rely only on an agreement about payment for care.

The permitted minimum wage figures are 35.40 ₪ per hour and 6,443.85 ₪ per month, effective April 1, 2026. Bituach Leumi (Israel’s National Insurance) contributions for a domestic worker are 8.85% of wages: 6.05% paid by the employer and 2.8% deducted from the worker’s wages. The employer reports and pays the Bituach Leumi contributions directly.

If work takes place on the weekly rest day or a holiday, payment must be at least 150% of the regular hourly wage, and the worker has the right to refuse to work at that time. So before scheduling a shift at such a time, it is important to discuss preferences and payment details and agree on them in advance. The information in this section applies to domestic workers and does not mean that every dog-sitting service is such an employment arrangement.

How do you use EzraHome Connect?

EzraHome Connect is designed to connect families looking for services for their home with service providers. You can visit the Pet Care page, describe what your family is looking for, and review the service details shown. Treat these details as a starting point for a conversation and ask directly whether the scope of service, location, and timing are suitable.

EzraHome is a platform, not the employer of service providers, and it does not verify identity, documents, or training. Service providers submit their own details, and profile moderation is not a verification of identity, documents, or training. Therefore, the family and the service provider should discuss the care details directly and agree on the arrangement, including the tasks and payment.

To move forward in an organized way, you can:

• Describe the service you need: a walk, care in your home, or boarding.
• Share your dog’s routine and any instructions that should be taken into account.
• Ask the service provider about availability, location, duration, and scope of service.
• Agree on the price and terms of the arrangement before care begins.

The platform does not guarantee a price, availability, or any particular outcome. Direct discussion helps the family understand the offer details and lets the service provider decide whether they can provide the requested service.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a dog sitter do?

A dog sitter cares for a dog when its owners are unavailable. The service can include walking the dog, caring for it at the family’s home, or hosting it at the service provider’s home. The scope of care varies according to what has been agreed, so it is a good idea to specify the tasks, duration, and information needed about the dog’s routine in advance.

What is the price range for a dog sitter in Israel?

According to a 2026 market estimate, a walk costs 30–60 ₪ per half hour, boarding costs 40–110 ₪ per day, and care in your home costs 60–150 ₪ per day. These are estimated ranges, not a quote. The actual price is agreed between the family and the service provider after clarifying what the care includes.

What is the difference between boarding and caring for a dog at home?

With boarding, the dog stays at the service provider’s home; with care at home, it stays in familiar surroundings and the service provider comes to the family’s home. Compare your dog’s routine, the duration of care, the location, and what each option includes. Suitability depends on the dog’s needs and the family’s preferences, not just the name of the service.

What should I tell a dog sitter before care begins?

Share your dog’s routine, habits, needs, and important care instructions. Agree on where the service will take place, how long it will last, which tasks are included, and the agreed payment. If you have a special request or a possible change of plans, raise it in advance to find out whether it can be included in the arrangement.

How do you legally employ a dog sitter?

First, find out whether the arrangement is employment of a domestic worker, since not every dog sitter falls into this category. If the person is a domestic worker, employee rights and employer obligations apply, including minimum wage and reporting and paying Bituach Leumi contributions according to the figures given in this article. For work on the weekly rest day or a holiday, take into account the payment and the worker’s right to refuse.

To sum up and submit a request

Choosing a dog sitter starts with understanding what your dog needs while your family is unavailable. Walks, boarding, and care in your home are different types of service, and each has a different pricing unit. Compare the 2026 market estimate ranges with the offers you receive, but also check what each offer includes, where care will take place, and how the service provider plans to follow your dog’s routine.

Before making an agreement, review the instructions, service duration, payment, and how to communicate if plans change. If you are employing a domestic worker, also check the employer obligations and employee rights, and do not assume every arrangement with a dog sitter is the same. Clear details help the family and the service provider understand the arrangement before care begins.