PET CUSTODY AGREEMENT This Pet Custody Agreement (the “Agreement”) is entered into as of _________ __, 20____ (the “Effective Date”) by and between ______________, (“Party One”), and _______________________, (“Party Two,” and together with Party One, each a “Party” and collectively the “Parties”). RECITALS WHEREAS, the Parties were in a [nonmarital] relationship, cohabitating in a common household, [and have lived together since [____________]; and WHEREAS, during the course of their relationship, the Parties acquired certain pets, namely _____________________ [and] [_________________] (collectively, the “Pets”) WHEREAS, the Parties are in the process of dissolving their relationship and wish to divide custody of the Pets pursuant to the terms of this Agreement. NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the above recitals and the mutual promises and benefits contained herein, the Parties hereby agree as follows: 1. Option 1 Considering the best interests of the Pets, the Parties agree to establish the primary physical and residential care of the Pets with [Party One][Party Two], with visitation access and rights in [Party Two][Party One] as follows: ________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________. or Option 2 The Parties agree that the Parties shall retain joint ownership and/or guardianship of the Pets. 2. EXPENSES. CUSTODY AND VISITATION. (Select only one option.)
The Parties, having considered their respective financial circumstances, their respective present and future earning capacities, and their respective custody obligations, hereby agree as follows with respect to maintenance a