Pet and Animal Trusts

What Happens to My Pet After I Die?

Our estate planning attorneys help you answer that question, and give you the peace knowing that your pet will be well taken care of after you are gone.

For many pet owners, their furry friends are not just animals but beloved family members. The thought of leaving pets behind can be unsettling, especially when considering their care and well-being after you are gone. This is where pet trusts come into play. A pet trust is a legal arrangement that allows you to provide for your pets in the event of your incapacity or passing.

A Pet Trust is an estate planning tool, just like any other Trust. The Pet Trust will allow you to set aside resources for your pet, that may be alive at the time of your passing.

You can designate a person, as Trustee, who will be in charge of the financial care and maintenance of your pet(s).

We are happy to help you draft, and execute, this type of trust with the rest of your estate planning documents. We do this so that you can have peace, knowing that, should something happen to you, your pets will be in the care that you have set up for them.

Pet trusts offer owners assurance that their beloved companions will be well-cared for after they're gone. By appointing caregivers, providing detailed care instructions, allocating financial resources, and avoiding potential disputes, pet trusts ensure a smooth transition of care for your pets.

If you have any questions about pet trusts, or estate planning, call our office or fill out the form below.