Arizona Pet Trust Law
Under A.R.S. 14-2907, Arizona recognizes pet trusts that last for the lifetime of the animal. The trust must name a trustee to manage the funds and a caregiver to look after the pet day to day. They can be the same person or, often safer, two different people who check each other.
What to Include
Good pet trusts spell out feeding routines, vet preferences, exercise needs, end-of-life decisions, and what happens if the named caregiver cannot serve. Funding should be reasonable for the pet's expected lifespan; courts can reduce excessive amounts.
What Happens to Leftover Funds
Designate a remainder beneficiary, such as a charity or family member, who receives whatever is left after the pet dies. Without a named remainder taker, leftover funds typically pass back to the residue of the estate or trust.