Napa Humane October Mixer

Community mixer at Napa Yard Our October Mixer at Napa Yard was a huge success, bringing together Napa dog lovers, community supporters, and animal advocates for an evening of fun and connection. Events like this are a great way to get involved with local causes and learn how to support nonprofits like Napa Humane. NapaKeep Reading

Blackie and Her Kittens—How One Family Stepped Up for Community Cats

October 29 is National Cat Day, and this year, we’re celebrating a story that shows how our community can come together to help care for animals in need. Today, meet Blackie—a resilient community cat—and the compassionate family that went above and beyond to give her and her kittens a second chance. The Rise in CommunityKeep Reading

Beware: Common Scams Targeting Pet Owners of Missing Pets

When your beloved pet goes missing, it’s easy to feel desperate and willing to try anything to bring them home. Unfortunately, scammers often prey on pet owners during these vulnerable moments. Understanding common scams can help protect you as you search for your lost friend. Here are a few of the most frequent scams toKeep Reading

An Evening of Wags, Friends & Pupcups: August Mixer at Gott’s St. Helena

We had an unforgettable evening at Gott’s Roadside St. Helena last week, surrounded by friends—both two- and four-legged! A huge thank you to everyone who came out to support Napa Humane and enjoy a night filled with community spirit and tail-wagging fun. The evening was a wonderful opportunity to connect with Napa Humane board membersKeep Reading

Why Microchipping Matters

August 15th is National Check the Chip Day! We want to remind you not only how important it is to microchip your pets, but also how vital it is to keep their microchip registered with up-to-date information. Sadly, only 6 in 10 microchips are registered, an oversight that can prevent lost pets from returning homeKeep Reading

Rotary of North Napa: A Beacon of Support for Napa Humane

The Rotary Club of North Napa has long been a cornerstone of community service, embodying the spirit of generosity and dedication to local causes. Napa Humane counts itself lucky to have formed a relationship with the organization, thanks to a connection made with Bill Bennett, a Rotarian whose passion for supporting our local community shinesKeep Reading

Napa Humane and PVAR Unite for a Successful Spay/Neuter Event

At Napa Humane, we are thrilled to collaborate with amazing organizations to make a real difference for animals. Recently, we had the pleasure of partnering with Pope Valley Animal Rescue (PVAR) to host a weekend spay/neuter event. PVAR has long wanted to host spay/neuter days in their community for both owned pets and community cats. Keep Reading

Celebrating a Milestone in Napa Humane History!

34 years ago, in 1990, Napa Humane made a transformative leap by acquiring a fully-equipped veterinary clinic on California Boulevard in Napa. This pivotal moment allowed us to convert the facility into a high-volume, high quality, affordable spay/neuter clinic, significantly impacting pet overpopulation in our community. Today, the Napa Humane Clinic is staffed by licensedKeep Reading

Making a Difference This Kitten Season

As the days lengthen and temperatures rise, we at Napa Humane prepare for a critical time of year, kitten season. This period, marked by a surge in kitten births, brings challenges (and of course a little joy) to animal welfare organizations. Between 2021 – 2023, Napa Humane altered 2,506 Community Cats.  This year, Napa Humane’sKeep Reading

The PAS Initiative: Supporting Pets and Their Guardians

Though less than a year old, Napa Humane’s PAS (Pet Assistance and Support) initiative is already having an amazing impact on pets (and their guardians) of our unhoused community. Our PAS program is a partnership with Napa County Department of Housing & Homeless Services to provide services for the pets of the unhoused. Napa Humane’sKeep Reading