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Including your pets in your will — yes, really.

You can leave specific instructions for who cares for your pets and how. Here's how to do it right (and what to avoid).

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By Patricia Lin
Attorney · CA bar · Mar 24, 2026

You can leave specific instructions for who cares for your pets and how. Here's how to do it right (and what to avoid).

The full article is being prepared. In the meantime, here's a quick summary of what we'll cover:

  • Why this topic matters and who it affects
  • The plain-English version of the legal concepts
  • Practical next steps if this applies to you

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Patricia Lin

Attorney · CA bar · A licensed attorney on our team, writing for people who'd rather not Google "what is probate" at 2am.

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