What are options for our pet in a divorce?

In a divorce, pets are usually treated as personal property, so options include one spouse keeping the pet, sharing custody, or agreeing on a buyout if both parties want to keep the pet. Some couples also negotiate visitation or a schedule between them or shared expenses for the pet’s care.

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Personal Use Assets

Learn about challenges valuing personal property, like cars, household goods, pets, and frequent flier miles, and how they can be addressed in divorce.

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What are options for our pet in a divorce?

Personal Use Assets

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