CATS IN THE CITY RESCUE

EMERGENCY & ESTATE CARE DESIGNATION
Letter of Intent for Future Feline Care

Thank you for planning ahead for your cat's future.

This document allows you to communicate your wishes regarding your cat's care should you become unable to provide care due to illness, injury, hospitalization, incapacity, relocation to a care facility, or death.

Cats in the City Rescue specializes in structured rehoming and individualized placement planning designed to preserve feline welfare and reduce the risk of future displacement.

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GUARDIAN INFORMATION

Full Legal Name

Preferred Name

Phone

Email

Home Address

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EMERGENCY CONTACTS

Primary Contact

Name __________________________________________

Relationship ___________________________________

Phone _________________________________________

Email _________________________________________

Secondary Contact

Name __________________________________________

Relationship ___________________________________

Phone _________________________________________

Email _________________________________________

Executor, Trustee, or Estate Representative (if applicable)

Name __________________________________________

Relationship ___________________________________

Phone _________________________________________

Email _________________________________________

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CAT INFORMATION

Cat's Name

Age or Date of Birth

Breed (if known)

Color/Description

Microchip Number

Veterinary Clinic

Primary Veterinarian

Current Medical Conditions

Current Medications

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STATEMENT OF INTENT

I, _____________________________________________,
am the legal guardian of the cat identified in this document.

In the event that I become unable to provide care due to death, incapacitation, hospitalization, placement in a care facility, or other significant life circumstance, it is my expressed wish that Cats in the City Rescue be contacted regarding the care, evaluation, and placement of my cat through its structured rehoming process.

I authorize my family members, emergency contacts, caregivers, healthcare representatives, estate representatives, veterinarians, and other appropriate parties to communicate with Cats in the City Rescue regarding my cat's welfare and transition planning.

I understand that this document serves as a statement of intent and personal wishes and does not constitute a legal will, trust, contract, or estate-planning instrument.

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MY CAT'S ROUTINES & PREFERENCES

Favorite Foods & Treats

Daily Routine

Behavioral Traits & Personality

Favorite Activities

People, Animals, or Situations They Enjoy

People, Animals, or Situations They Find Stressful

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PLACEMENT PREFERENCES (OPTIONAL)

If possible, I would prefer that my cat:

☐ Be placed as an only cat

☐ Live with other cats

☐ Live with dogs

☐ Live in a quiet household

☐ Live with children

☐ Remain within the Pacific Northwest

☐ Remain with a bonded companion

☐ Other:

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FINANCIAL PLANNING (OPTIONAL)

I have made the following provisions to support my cat's future care:

☐ Included my cat in my will or trust

☐ Designated financial resources for future care

☐ Informed family members of this plan

☐ No specific financial provisions established

Additional Notes

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ACKNOWLEDGMENT

I understand that Cats in the City Rescue cannot guarantee future intake availability and that acceptance of any animal remains subject to organizational capacity, medical considerations, behavioral assessment, and welfare needs at the time assistance is requested.

I further understand that Cats in the City Rescue does not provide legal advice and encourages guardians to consult an attorney regarding estate-planning matters.

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SIGNATURE

Guardian Signature

Printed Name

Date

Witness (Optional)

Date