Farra is a death administration assistant for UK families. Get step-by-step guidance for registering a death, applying for probate, notifying banks, and managing bereavement admin. From essential documents to practical checklists, Farra simplifies estate paperwork and funeral-related tasks so you can focus on what matters.
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Day 1: Arrange immediate temporary care with family/friends, ensure food/water/shelter, take supplies (food, medication, records). Days 2-5: Check will for pet provisions/trust, contact family who might adopt, get vet check, update microchip. Long-term: Contact breed-specific rescues or reputable centres (Battersea, Blue Cross, RSPCA, Cinnamon Trust). Pet trusts: executor manages money for pet's lifetime care if will includes guardian.
Pets need immediate attention when their owner dies. This guide helps you ensure they're cared for while permanent arrangements are made.
Check with family members and close friends first. Pets do better with familiar people.
Contact reputable rescue centres. Many have programs specifically for bereaved pets.
For pedigree animals, breed-specific rescues often have waiting lists of suitable homes.