I beg to disagree that the "key" is finding people with the finances and
facilities, etc....
I believe the "key" is to provide for your own horses (and other animals)
after your death. If you had a dependent child, who could not support
itself, you would be certain that the person providing care has all the
resources needed to do the very best for your child. Or, your child would
be cared for through state or federal programs.
Our animals can not care for themselves - so we must do it for
them. I do not think it fair or reasonable to "expect" to find others to
pay to care for my animals. Hence, I have documents in place which
designate, through a trust, where the animals go, and the resources to care for
them.
If you are fortunate to find someone who is willing to do so, then by all
means take advantage of their gracious offer. But before your "time,"
please try to assess the expectations you are placing on these generous friends
and perhaps designate funds from life insurance or property sales, etc.
Your relatives, for the most part, can support themselves, so any money you
may have directed to them, give it to those who have agreed to take care of your
animals.
Karen Everhart MEd President Rainbow Meadows Rescue and Retirement,
Inc. www.rainbowmeadowsranch.com 620-725-3402
Owner/Operator Horse Calls - Equine Management Solutions Centered Riding
Instructor Distance Horse Conditioning and Training www.horsecalls.com 316-648-5082
