Estate Planning: Don't Forget Your Pet! (00:42)
If you are part of the 68 percent of U.S. households that own a pet, you probably think of it as a faithful member of the family—one you love and cherish. But what would happen to that cherished family member if you were to die suddenly? Have you taken any steps to ensure the family dog, cat, horse, or other animals will be well taken care of if it outlives you?
If not, it’s probably time to consider making your treasured pet part of your estate plan. Even if you do have a plan, it might make sense to review and revisit it to ensure it’s still on track.
Watch the above video for some critical steps to take and resources that can help.
