Board of Supervisors to hire outside consultant for animal services evaluation and strategies
A counselor with the Department of Animal Services’ new Pet Support Program, offering assistance to help families keep their pets and improve live release rates.
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors voted last week to hire a consultant who will conduct a thorough, outside evaluation and provide a strategic plan for the Department of Animal Services (DAS).The vote comes after the Board’s ad hoc on animal services identified the need to hire a recognized expert in the field of animal services and shelter operations. The Executive Office was directed to find an expert and bring the recommendation to the full Board of Supervisors. Outcomes for Pets Consulting, LLC will work closely with DAS to conduct a thorough evaluation and implement data-driven strategies aimed at increasing live outcomes and boosting operational efficiency.“We are committed to doing everything we can to increase our live outcomes for Riverside County's pets,” sa