Category: Napa Valley Register Column

Outdoor Cats in Our Community: What You Need to Know
by Wendi Piscia | April 3rd, 2025 | 11:35 am
Have You Seen a Cat Roaming Your Neighborhood? If so, you’re not alone. Many communities have free-roaming cats, but not all of them are the same. Some are owned, some are lost or pets left behind, while others were born outdoors and have never lived with people. These cats generally fall into four categories: feral,Keep Reading

Understanding the veterinary shortage and rising costs of pet care
by Wendi Piscia | March 12th, 2025 | 3:48 pm
If you’ve taken your pet to the vet recently, you might have noticed longer wait times, fewer appointment openings or higher costs than expected. As the Executive Director of Napa Humane, I want to help shed light on the reasons behind these changes and share what’s happening in the veterinary world. Pet ownership in theKeep Reading