An entrepreneur based in Redlands, California, Stephen Reeder has led operations at The UCR Group as chief executive officer since 2014. Beyond his work with The UCR Group, Stephen Reeder is an active philanthropist. He has established relationships with a number of charitable organizations, such as the Redlands Animal Shelter.
According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, about 6.5 million animals are processed by American animal shelters every year. Cats, at 3.2 million, and dogs, at 3.1 million, are the most frequently seen animals. Fortunately, these figures have declined in recent years. That said, approximately 920,000 animals are euthanized annually, and many adopted animals are returned to shelters within a year.
There are several steps people can take to help alleviate America’s homeless pet population. Spay and neuter procedures are the most valuable resource pet owners have in this regard, as unexpected litters of kittens and puppies are expensive and likely to end up in a shelter. Spay and neuter procedures carry additional benefits, such as reducing the chances of certain health conditions.
People can further support shelters by assisting local facilities as a volunteer. Shelters are always in need of volunteers, from dog walkers to those capable of assisting with clerical work. To learn more about adopting an animal or volunteering, contact your local shelter today.
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