Can my pets be included in my estate plan? If you have beloved pets, it is important that you include your wishes for the pets in your estate plan. You can designate a person or persons to take the pets following your death, however, it is extremely important that you choose someone who likes pets, is not allergic, lives somewhere that allows pets, and is financially able to provide for the pets. If you have an exotic pet that is more difficult to find a home for or just cannot find an appropriate person, there are certain charitable organizations that will accept pets in exchange for a charitable bequest in your will.