Several animal charities have set up pet guardianship schemes whereby the owner registers the animal with that particular charity and you must a clause in your will stating that the charity is going to rehome your pet. When the time comes the executor of your will informs the charity and volunteers from a local branch will come and collect the animal, take it to the local branch and rehome him/her, The charities dont require payment but I have left a donation in my will to cover the costs for my cats and all the other cats that need rehoming. I have only included the details of national charities but do check to see if any of your local rescues offer this service.
I have a degenerative spinal condition and various other health issues and what would happen to my beloved pets was a huge issue weighing me down. I was so relieved when I realised there is help available to rehome pets and make sure that they are safe during an upsetting and unsettling time for them, their slave/carer/human has gone, they need food, shelter and stability whilst someone finds them a new home.
Dogs Trust: Canine Care Card. Rehome dogs:
Although it's not nice to think about, it does need to be done
ReplyDeleteIt's horrible to think about but it does need discussing and a plan in place
ReplyDeleteA very informative and thoughtful post. It's easy to overlook future arrangements for our pets, but they depend on us completely. Thanks for raising awareness of this important subject. 🐾
ReplyDeleteThis seems like a good idea.
ReplyDeleteThis is so important and needs to be spoken about more! Its crucial we have a plan in place for our fur babies
ReplyDeleteThis is so important to think about! Thank you for sharing these resources.
ReplyDeleteSuch an important thing to consider. I have sons who will take my pets in should I still have any by the time I go but if I didn't I would definitely look into all this.
ReplyDeleteDidn’t know this existed but very good to know
ReplyDeleteAs a pet owner, this really struck a chord with me. Our pets are family, and making arrangements for their future is just as important as any other part of estate planning. Thank you for highlighting these schemes and raising awareness of a topic that isn't discussed often enough.
ReplyDeleteMy friend has taken in some dogs under this scheme. It's a lovely thing to do.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea by the charities to solve a horrible problem none of us want to think about!
ReplyDeleteThats a really good idea and I hadn’t been aware of it! I will tell my Dad about it as he would probably like something set up for his dog!
ReplyDeleteThe Cinnamon Trust are a great charity. I am a volunteer dog walker for them.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the interesting article which I didn't know about.
ReplyDeleteThis is good to know, thank you
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea! I didn't know anything about this.
ReplyDeleteIts a lovely thing to have
ReplyDeleteVery informative and a great idea x
ReplyDeleteIt's such an important issue, I'm so glad my Gran had a plan for this with her elderly cat, Kevin
ReplyDeleteSuch a good idea it would stop you worrying about what happens to your beloved pet if you can no longer look after it
ReplyDeleteThanks for this very useful post. I have a dog and never even realised or thought about it
ReplyDeleteI wish more people knew about this. It's quite common in my circle for people of advanced years to lose a pet, and almost immediately get another because they miss the company and comfort they provide. Totally understandable, but it has left their children with a pet that they are unable to take in themselves. Not fair on anyone, especially the pet! A bitof forward planning like this is such a good idea for all involved.
ReplyDeleteI think this is a great idea.
ReplyDeleteGreat read
ReplyDeletei dont have pets due to allergies @ raising awareness is great