The Gift that Keeps Giving

In the early 1990s, someone made a decision that would change animal welfare in Napa County for generations. Most people in our community have never heard this person’s name. They likely never met them. They do not know what kind of car they drove, where they worked, or what they did in their spare time.Keep Reading

Gentle Giants, Big Impact: Shadow’s Story

In the first six months of 2026, Napa Humane has performed 1822 affordable spay and neuter surgeries, of which 60 were large dogs: 38 males and 22 females. Each surgery represents more than a routine procedure. It is an investment in healthier pets, stronger families, and a community working together to prevent pet overpopulation. AndKeep Reading

Five Kittens, One Community, and the Power of Prevention

The Barn Where Prevention Works When a Napa County resident reached out to Napa Humane about a group of young barn cats, it was clear they were already doing everything right. At just five months old, five kittens—two females and three males—were living in a barn, cared for by a small group of community membersKeep Reading

The Secret Cycle Behind Kitten Season

You might hear a soft squeak under a deck, behind a shed, or in the corner of a vineyard. It is easy to think the kittens have just appeared out of nowhere. In reality, the first signs of kitten season start months before anyone sees the tiny paws or hears the mews. Understanding this timingKeep Reading

A Routine Appointment That Saved a Life

Hazel came to Napa Humane for what was supposed to be a routine spay. At just seven months old, she was a happy, active puppy with no signs of illness. Her exam was normal, and everything about her suggested she was healthy and thriving. But during surgery, our veterinary team discovered something unexpected. Hazel hadKeep Reading

Spay and Neuter: Prevention That Protects Our Community

The Shelter Pattern We See Every Year Walk into an animal shelter during kitten season and the pattern becomes clear. Kennels fill quickly. Litters arrive faster than they can be adopted. Staff work tirelessly to match families with pets, yet new animals continue to come through the doors. When shelters remain full week after week,Keep Reading

Small changes that make a big difference for our pets

As we ease into a new year, many of us are setting goals to feel healthier, more organized and more prepared for whatever 2026 brings. While our pets cannot write down resolutions themselves, they benefit greatly when we make thoughtful changes on their behalf. A few simple habits can greatly improve a pet’s health, happinessKeep Reading

Meet Tahoe: The Four-Legged Spark Who Brings Joy to Every Day

Every month, Napa Humane’s 2026 Calendar celebrates a pet whose story reminds us why animals matter. Pets brighten our homes, motivate us to move, and shape our lives in ways we never forget. Our January star is Tahoe, a joyful nugget of energy who fills his family’s life with love, laughter, and plenty of walkingKeep Reading

How lack of preventive care hurts pets (and your wallet)

Most of us know that a healthy lifestyle with good nutrition, regular checkups and preventive care is the key to a longer, better life. What is true for humans is just as true for our pets. Yet in veterinary care, a quiet crisis is unfolding. As costs climb — and with pet insurance still relativelyKeep Reading

Napa Humane Launches Preventive Care Clinic

Helping Pets Stay Healthier, Longer There’s something undeniably joyful about a healthy pet. Whether it’s the sparkle in their eyes, the bounce in their step, or the way they greet you at the door, our animal companions bring light and love into our lives. At Napa Humane, we believe every pet deserves that chance toKeep Reading