Riverside County Animal Services is taking a significant step to make its shelters more accessible. Starting last Thursday, the shelters in Jurupa Valley, San Jacinto, and Coachella extended weekday hours, allowing residents more opportunities to view adoptable pets or reunite with lost animals. The new schedule has shelters open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekends, and closed on Mondays.For years, one of the biggest complaints about local shelters has been limited hours, which made it difficult for working families to visit. Community advocates and local media highlighted the issue, emphasizing the need for shelters to be open when most people are free. The response reflects a broader trend of community feedback influencing local policy changes.Shelter officials hope the new hours will not only improve adoption rates but also help reduce euthanasia by giving more animals a chance to find homes. While some question why it took so long for…..