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I have been thinking about this for awhile but with the passing of 2 kitties – one this week and the other last Christmas, I am not ready to implement a plan for I am surviving my pets. So, what will happen when your pet survives you? Do you have a plan? Do not assume you’re good friend or relative will step up to the plate. This is an unwise assumption. This is the checklist I have come up with and maybe, you can add a few other pointers.

1. Designate someone to assume ownership

2. Keep in touch with this person to see if they are still willing

3. Authorize payments for food, veterinary care, grooming, etc.

4. Ask an attorney how to include language that will protect our pets in estate planning

5. Name a Trust Protector to oversee a pet’s new owner and any funds set aside for the pets care

6. Carry a pet alert wallet card

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