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What Every Veterinarian Needs to Know about Pet Trusts

Gerry W. Beyer
Texas Tech University School of Law

JAVMA, Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, Vol. 229, p. 1576, 2006

Abstract:
Most pet owners are extremely devoted to their pets, often considering them members of the family. This devotion can carry over into the owner’s will or trust, leaving gifts for their pets in such instruments. A will or trust involving the pet can be important to the veterinarian because, for example, a trust could specify whether and under what circumstances a medical procedure or euthanasia may take place. This article provides an overview of pet trusts, including historical background and current developments, pet trust basics, and a discussion of key concerns for veterinarians relating to pet trusts.

Keywords: pet trusts, pet wills, veterinarians

JEL Classifications: K11, K19, K39

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Date posted: April 14, 2009 ; Last revised: November 09, 2009

Suggested Citation

Beyer, Gerry W., What Every Veterinarian Needs to Know about Pet Trusts (April, 13 2009). JAVMA, Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, Vol. 229, p. 1576, 2006. Available at SSRN: http://ssrn.com/abstract=1377563

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Gerry W. Beyer (Contact Author)

Texas Tech University School of Law ( email )

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