During this COVID pandemic, we have seen a significant rise in the adoption and sale of pets, particularly puppies, kittens and rescue dogs and cats. So many individuals and families have sought comfort in furry companions during this time, both for emotional support and because with so many individuals working from home during the pandemic, the process of training pets is now a possibility that may not have existed before.

As pets have come into so many more households and have become part of so many families, it is possible that these pets will outlive their family members. Consideration should be given as to who will care for one’s pets if that happens. There are several options in setting up the care for a pet in your estate plan.