What happens to your pets when you die?
In most cases, they will end up in a shelter where, if not adopted, they too will die.
But one way pet owners can prevent that is to include your pets in your estate plan, says a story in the Union Leader.
Taking in and finding new homes for pets left after their owner’s death is something that certain special shelters do — granted there is a plan and funds are set aside
It takes preparation though. Besides the plan, the pet owner should have a card in their wallet or in some easily seen place saying how many pets are owned and where they are, and it should include numbers for the vet, a pet-sitter and a trusted friend who has been spoken to about caring for the pets in case something happens.
If you can leave a trust, talk to a lawyer who has experience in this area.
If you have questions about estate planning, feel free to contact us about a consultation at (626) 696-3145.
