Estate Planning & Wills

The Avian Welfare Coalition wants to help you make sure you have made a plan for where your birds will live in the event of your death or disability. Please click on the appropriate links below.

2nd Chance 4 Pets Newsletter: Special Avian Edition

Dr. Gerry W. Beyer-Pet Estate Planning: Status Statues, Estate Links & more..

Steven Baker, Esq., C.P.A. 
Estate Planning for Pets

Providing for Your Pet's Future Without You
by the Humane Society of the U.S.

Free Kit:  Providing for Your Pet’s Future Without You
Summary:  Who would care for your pet if you suddenly became ill or died?  Read our tips for choosing a permanent caregiver and arranging for pet care through a will or trust.
By the Humane Society of the United States

Help for Pet Owners

by 2nd Chance 4 Pets

Planning For The Care of Your Parrot When You No Longer Can

by Steven D. Baker

Providing for Your Pets In The Event of Your Death or Hospitalization

by The Association of the Bar of the City of New York

PetGuardian.Com (In association with Best Friends Animal Society)

Ensuring the best possible placement for your bird requires careful research and planning.  For some helpful information, read the following articles:

Guidelines for Placing Your Bird
By the Avian Welfare Coalition

What you should know about Bird Rescue, Placement and Sanctuary Organizations
By the Avian Welfare Coalition

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