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Pet & Animal Trusts

Protecting the Companions You Love

Your pets are family—and they deserve lifelong care even if you can’t provide it. A Pet/Animal Trust is a legally recognized structure that ensures your animals are loved, protected, and financially supported no matter what life brings.

How It Works

Trust Purpose

The trust guarantees food, shelter, veterinary care, and comfort for your pets throughout their lives. New pets can also be added to ensure every companion is covered.

Appointment of Trustee

A trustee you choose manages funds, oversees caregivers, and ensures your wishes are carried out. Successor trustees step in if needed for seamless continuity.

Trust Assets

The trust is funded with money, property, or insurance benefits specifically reserved for your pets. Additional contributions can be added anytime for long-term support.

Caregiver Provisions

You select trusted caregivers, outline their duties, and provide compensation. Caregivers are vetted and monitored by the trustee to ensure high-quality care.

Trustee Duties & Powers

Trustees must act in good faith: disbursing funds, investing wisely, and protecting your pets. A Trust Protector may be appointed to oversee administration.

Distribution of Remaining Assets

When your pets pass, any remaining assets go where you decide—whether to charities, family, or remainder beneficiaries you select.

Duration & Closure

The trust lasts for your pets’ entire lives, with a short extension if needed to finalize affairs. This ensures proper closure without legal complications.

Why Choose DIY Trust Builder?

We make creating a Pet/Animal Trust simple, lawful, and accessible. Whether for one companion or many, our process ensures your animals are treated as family—with care that lasts their entire lives.

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