If You Love Your Dog (Or Cat Or Gerbil), Read This

Forbes-Such trusts (funded with much smaller sums) have become increasingly popular, and can be done in all states, says Gerry W. Beyer, a professor at Texas Tech University School of Law in Lubbock, TX and co-author of the book, “Fat Cats And Lucky Dogs: How To Leave (Some Of) Your Estate To Your Pet.”

Owning a dog — any dog — is a substantial investment of time and money. That’s especially true for owners who have entered their pooches at The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show  in New York, where the best-in-show dog will be chosen tonight.

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Such trusts (funded with much smaller sums) have become increasingly popular, and can be done in all states, says Gerry W. Beyer, a professor at Texas Tech University School of Law in Lubbock, TX and co-author of the book, “Fat Cats And Lucky Dogs: How To Leave (Some Of) Your Estate To Your Pet.”

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