Pet Trusts

It may seem frivolous to some but to pet owners who love their pets, making sure their beloved animals are taken care of after they are gone is of the utmost importance. Will someone be notified so that your pet’s care is not interrupted? Who will take care of these pets long-term after you are gone?  A pet trust accomplishes the following:

-Ensures your pets will be cared for, as you yourself have cared for them

-Ensures that there are funds available and a care taking system is in place

-Appoints a caregiver and at least one backup caregiver

-Appoints a Trustee to make sure that the care giver is doing his or her job

-Protects the money designated for the pet and ensures that it lasts for the duration of the pet’s life

-Gives directions regarding health care needs, exercise needs, diet needs, preferred veterinarian, and burial/cremation plans for your pet

-Provides that any funds remaining in trust at the death of the pet goes to charity or a family member