Should I Include My Pet in My Will?

Should I Include My Pet in My Will?

You’ve probably already made some kind of plan for your family if something ever happened to you. But what about the furry (or feathered, or scaly) members of your household?

It’s not easy to think about, but making sure your pet is cared for if you're no longer here is one of the kindest acts of love you can leave behind. Here’s why it matters more than you might realize, and how you can give your pet the future they deserve.

1. Your Pet Is Family. They Deserve a Plan.

Most of us don’t think twice about including our children, spouses, or loved ones in our wills. But your pet is just as much a part of your family. When we don’t make a plan for them, we risk leaving their future up in the air, and that can lead to confusion, conflict, or even worse outcomes.

Including your pet in your will means you're ensuring that their life continues with stability, love, and care. Just like you’d want.

2. Verbal Promises Aren’t Legally Binding

We’ve all said things like, "If anything happens to me, can you take care of Bella?" And most of the time, friends and family say yes because they love you and your pet.

But the truth is, without a legal plan in place, those well-meaning promises might not hold up. Life gets complicated, and people’s circumstances change. That’s why having a formal plan matters. It takes the guesswork out of it.

3. You Can Provide for Their Well-Being

The right plan doesn’t just ask, "Who will take my pet?" It also considers how they’ll be taken care of. That includes everything from vet visits to favorite treats to monthly grooming.

By planning ahead with services like the Furever After Plan™, you can even leave behind a monthly stipend for their care and detailed notes on their daily routine. It’s about more than survival, it’s about keeping your pet happy, healthy, and feeling loved.

4. You’ll Sleep Better Knowing They’re Covered

No one wants to imagine a day when they’re not around for their best friend. But when you take steps now to create a plan, you’re choosing peace of mind. For yourself. For your pet. And for everyone who loves you.

That peace is priceless.

How to Get Started

Planning ahead doesn’t have to be stressful or expensive. In fact, we’ve made it easy:

1. Register your pet with Pawzpurr™

2. Specify your wishes for their care

3. Choose a caregiver and affordable monthly plan

   
   

It’s that simple. And the result? Lifelong care for your companion, backed by legal protection, monthly support for your chosen guardian, and a whole lot of comfort.

Your Love Is Forever. Let Their Care Be Too.

We know no one can ever replace you in your pet’s eyes. But with the right plan, you can make sure they never feel alone.

Let Pawzpurr™ help you write your pet’s next chapter. It will be one that’s filled with love, security, and a forever home.