WHY PLAN FOR YOUR PET?
As a pet owner, you want the best
for your pets. When the day comes
that you are no longer able to
provide for the care of your pets,
your estate plan can ensure that
your wishes are known to those who
will care for your pets. Proper

planning can provide for the care of your pets not only in
the event of death, but also for incapacity or temporary
emergencies. Planning can lead to peace of mind, so you
can rest assured that your pets will be cared for in the
way that you desire.
APPOINTING A CAREGIVER: In your plan, you will
name the person who will be the caregiver for your pets.
You can also name back-up caregivers or provide methods
for finding a caregiver in the event that the person
selected cannot take care of your pets.
PROVIDE FUNDS FOR CARE: We will create a trust
to protect the money that is designated for the care of
your pets and provide guidelines for the use of those
funds. A trust is better than an outright gift of money to a
caregiver because assets in a trust are not subject to the
caregiver's creditors, marital disputes or bankruptcy. Also,
if you leave an outright gift of money to a person in your
will for the care of your pets, the money goes to that
person's beneficiaries at his or her death and may not be
available for the care of your pets.
APPOINTING A TRUSTEE: If you want to, you can
appoint a different person to oversee the ongoing care of
your pets to ensure that the caregiver is treating your pet
in the manner that you set out in the trust. Appointing a
separate trustee allows for a double-check and ensures
that the money you have left is properly used for the care
of your pets. If there are any funds remaining after your
pet's death, the trustee will ensure that these funds are
distributed in the manner designated in your plans.
GIVE DIRECTIONS FOR CARE: You can provide
directions regarding your pet's medical conditions, health
care, exercise needs, dietary needs, preferred
veterinarian, and burial. Provisions for immediate access to
your home for caregivers can be made. Please call for
information on this valuable planning!
Estate Planning for Your Pets!
www.leighhiltonattnys.com
PHONE: (940) 484-5080
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