A Pet Guardian Instead of a Pet Trust?

Posted on September 2, 2009 by Danny Meek

I want to write a pet trust for my three cats, Curly, Larry and Moe.

However, I do not have anyone that I can trust to be the Caregiver.

Is there an organization that you could recommend for this position?


Kathy                                                                       Seattle, Washington


Kathy, Most local Humane Societies will perform this duty for your pet.

In Seattle, the Seattle Humane Society provides this service. It is called the Seattle Humane Society Pet Guardian Program.

According to Brenda Barnette, CEO, their Pet Guardian Program,”provides animal lovers with the peace of mind and the guarantee that we will be there for their beloved companions when they are no longer able to care for them due to disability or death.”

The Pet Guardian Program is a free service for Seattle Humane Society adopters, volunteers and donors who specify in their wills or trust documents that their pet.

She also makes the following recommendations:

     • Prepare written instructions including the pet's likes and dislikes and the name of the pet's regular veterinarian,

     • Update the instructions every six months and keep them in a safe place,

     • Make arrangements with a trusted friend, relative or designated caregiver to transport the pet to the Seattle Humane Society when the time comes.

For further information, visit their web site here.
 

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