This Pet Custody Agreement will effectively set out who receives custody of any pets if a couple decides to end their relationship. This agreement sets out the specific terms of the agreement including the date of commencement, which party will retain custody of the pet and if any support will be paid for the pet’s care. It also sets out a detailed visitation schedule including holiday visits. It is imperative that this agreement be memorialized in writing rather than by oral agreement. A written Pet Custody Agreement will prove invaluable in the event of disagreements, misunderstandings or litigation regarding custody of the pet.

This Pet Custody Agreement contains the following provisions:

• Parties: The name and address of the couple who owns the pet;
• Purpose: Sets forth that this agreement contains the custody agreement for the adoption of the pet following a couple's divorce or breakup;
• Custody/Support: Sets out the party with whom the pet will live and the amount of support to be paid for the pet's care;
• Visitation/Holidays: A specific visitation schedule between the parties including who can visit the pet during the holidays;
• Pet Care: The custodial parent will make the day-to-day care decisions for the pet but both parties will have equal rights with respect to the pet's health or emergency care;
• Communication: The parties will notify each other if there is a change in contact information;
• Dispute Resolution: Any disputes under this custody agreement will be settled by mediation;
• Signatures: Both parties must sign the agreement.

Protect your rights and your property by purchasing this attorney-prepared form. This attorney-prepared package includes:

1. General Information
2. Instructions and Checklist
3. Pet Custody Agreement

State Law Compliance: This form complies with the laws of all states