Sukkot is a popular week for trips abroad and around Israel, so book your pet sitter four to eight weeks ahead. PetHome Israel offers vetted sitters for cat visits (from 110 ₪), home boarding for dogs (from 220 ₪ per day), cat boarding (from 140 ₪) and overnight sitters (from 380 ₪ per night), with a photo and video report after every visit. Holiday dates carry a 30% surcharge.
Why Sukkot fills up
Sukkot comes right after Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, and schools close for the holiday week. Families who did not travel earlier in the season often go now, and many trips run from the first day of Sukkot to Simchat Torah. Demand is high across the country.
When to book
- 6–8 weeks before: best for boarding and overnight sitters.
- 3–4 weeks before: usually fine for cat visits and walks.
- Last week: possible, with less choice. Send your request and we will look at neighbouring cities.
What is included
Every booking starts with a meet-and-greet at your home. During the booking, the sitter handles your keys responsibly, checks windows, balcony doors and the safe room, follows your feeding and medication routine and sends a photo and video report after every visit. Medication is given exactly as prescribed: +30 ₪ for tablets or drops, +50 ₪ for injections.
Sukkot tips for pet owners
The sukkah. Decorations, lights and hanging fruit tempt cats and dogs. Make sure cables are out of reach and decorations are not something your pet can swallow.
Outdoor meals. Meals in the sukkah mean open doors and gates. Check that your dog cannot slip out while guests come and go.
Weather. Autumn can still be hot. Walks stay early in the morning and in the evening, with water available.
Trips in Israel. If you travel within Israel, a pet taxi from 180 ₪ can take your dog to the sitter while you pack the car.
Pricing
The 30% surcharge applies only to the holiday dates. Bookings of 7 days or more get 10% off. The minimum order is 350 ₪. All prices are confirmed in writing before the booking.
If you also travel over Rosh Hashanah
Send all the autumn dates together. Where possible, we keep the same sitter across the whole season, so your pet sees one familiar person.
A short Sukkot checklist
- Food and litter for the whole trip plus two days.
- Written feeding and medication routine.
- Vet details and the nearest after-hours clinic, since many work reduced hours.
- Location of the carrier, leash and safe room.
- A trusted contact in Israel.