Meet Elsa, the Inaugural Recipient of The Maya Award

Sometimes a dog doesn’t have to do anything extraordinary to make an extraordinary difference. That’s the idea behind The Maya Award, a new recognition created by Napa Humane and DogTrekker.com in memory of Maya, DogTrekker’s beloved Director of Barketing. And we couldn’t imagine a more fitting first recipient than Elsa, a Great Pyrenees whose gentleKeep Reading

Meet the Stars of the 2027 Napa Humane Pet Calendar!

The votes are in! After an incredible month of adorable photos, friendly competition and lots of community support, we’re thrilled to introduce the pets who will be featured in the 2027 Napa Humane Pet Calendar. This year, 84 pets entered the contest, and our community came together to raise $23,116 in support of Napa Humane’sKeep Reading

Meet CAT, August’s Calendar Star

Each year, Napa Humane’s Pet Photo Contest brings our community together to celebrate beloved pets while raising critical funds for our Power of Prevention. The top fundraisers earn a coveted spot in the Napa Humane calendar, and this month, we’re excited to introduce you to one of those stars. How CAT Found His Forever HomeKeep Reading

Meet July’s Calendar Pet: Milkdud

Some pets come into our lives exactly as we expect. Others arrive in ways we never could have imagined. For Caitlynn, that moment happened at the veterinary clinic where she works. Milkdud had just been delivered by C-section when it became clear something was wrong. Born with a cleft palate, he couldn’t nurse from hisKeep Reading

Meet Hazel, A Quiet Presence with a Regal Spirit

Each month, Napa Humane’s calendar celebrates a pet whose story reflects the bond between animals and the people who love them. These stories also represent something bigger. Every calendar purchase and Pet Photo Contest entry supports Napa Humane’s Power of Prevention, helping fund spay and neuter services and other programs that keep pets healthy andKeep Reading

Meet Nyssa, March’s Calendar Star

Each month, Napa Humane’s calendar celebrates a pet whose story reflects the deep connection between animals and the people who love them. These stories remind us why prevention, access to care, and compassionate support for pet families matter so much in our community. Our March calendar star is Nyssa, a talkative and loving cat whoKeep 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

Power of Prevention: Helping to fund up to 246 surgery days in 2026

Prevention Works Before Crisis Begins In animal welfare, prevention is often quieter than crisis. It does not make the same headlines as overcrowded shelters or emergency rescues, but it is where the greatest and most lasting impact happens. At Napa Humane, prevention is the foundation of our work. Most people love their pets and wantKeep Reading

✨ Meet Starsky, February’s Calendar Star ✨

A gentle soul with endless love and a big Husky heart Each month, Napa Humane’s calendar highlights a pet whose story reflects the bond between animals and the people who love them. These stories also represent something bigger. Every calendar purchase and contest entry supports Napa Humane’s Power of Prevention our year-round spay and neuter workKeep Reading

A Summer Kickoff to Remember at Napa Yard

Our June Mixer at Napa Yard was the perfect way to welcome summer—sunshine, smiling faces, wagging tails, and a whole lot of community love. We’re so grateful to everyone who came out to support Napa Humane and celebrate the joy of pets in our lives! Patio Prep with Our Pet Education Team Guests had theKeep Reading