Illinois Pet Custody Agreement

Who it's for

Rosie’s Law, effective January 1, 2027, adds companion-animal provisions to replevin for qualifying partners and roommates with shared care. An agreement remains useful to document ownership and responsibilities; shared care alone does not automatically establish ownership.

• Unmarried couples moving in together or separating.
• Roommates and co-owners sharing a pet.
• Anyone who wants ownership documented before a dispute.

What it covers

• Ownership and primary residence.
• Time-sharing schedule and exchanges.
• Vet, food, boarding, and insurance cost-sharing.
• Vet decision-making, relocation, and dispute resolution.

How it's drafted

You answer a short questionnaire, the attorney drafts the agreement, you review it, and both parties e-sign. Want to get organized first? Try the free worksheet.