List of Animal Rights Organizations in Napa and Nearby Counties
Napa County
Calistoga Cat Action Team -Works on feline welfare in Calistoga, including rescue, spay/neuter, and fostering both owned and feral cats. https://calicat.org/
Friends of Napa County Animal Shelter (FONCAS) - A volunteer-driven nonprofit supporting the shelter through adoption programs, lifetime care initiatives, volunteer opportunities, and community education. HYPERLINK "https://www.friendsofnapaanimals.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com"FONCAS
Jameson Humane - A no-kill rescue and sanctuary serving companion and farm animals across Napa Valley, offering adoption, education, and advocacy. https://www.jamesonanimalrescueranch.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Napa County Animal Shelter & Adoption Center - The primary county-run facility providing services including pet adoptions, foster programs, microchipping, licensing, spay/neuter vouchers, and community cat programs. https://www.countyofnapa.org/1023/Animal-Shelter?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Napa Valley German Shepherd Rescue – Breed-specific, volunteer-run foster group focusing on quality placements for German Shepherds. https://napavalleygsr.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Ripple Effect Animal Project - a foster- and volunteer-based rescue dedicated to keeping pets and families together through education, support services, TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return), and assistance with medical needs for vulnerable animals https://www.rippleeffectnapa.org/about?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Waggin Trails Rescue Foundation – Provides spay/neuter education and helps support other local rescues and humane organizations. https://www.waggintrailsrescue.com/
We Care Animal Rescue - A no-kill shelter and adoption center in the heart of Napa Valley, in operation since 1982, offering compassionate care and community resources. https://wecareanimalrescue.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Whiskers, Tails & Ferals - All-volunteer, nonprofit organization focused on cat and dog adoptions in Napa County. https://whiskerstailsandferals.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Wine Country Animal Lovers - A grassroots, volunteer-run, foster-based rescue that serves Napa, Lake, and Sonoma Counties. https://winecountryanimallovers.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Sonoma County
Dogwood Animal Rescue Project – Foster-based rescue emphasizing rehoming, spay/neuter, and education. HYPERLINK "https://dogwoodanimalrescue.org/dogwood-animal-rescue-project/?utm_source=chatgpt.com"dogwoodanimalrescue.org
Family Dog Rescue - A volunteer-run group mentioned by adopters as rescuing a variety of dogs. https://ilovefamilydog.org/
Forgotten Felines of Sonoma County - A nonprofit focused on trapping, rescuing, fostering, and rehoming feral and abandoned cats and kittens in Santa Rosa and throughout Sonoma. https://www.forgottenfelines.com/
Humane Society of Sonoma County – Operates facilities in Santa Rosa and Healdsburg with adoption, training, and spay/neuter services. HYPERLINK "https://humanesocietysoco.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com"humanesocietysoco.org
Petcare Hospital - Rohnert park. (707) 584.4333. Takes in animals in emergency situations and surrenders.
“Lily’s Legacy” - Petaluma. A local group that focuses on senior dogs. https://www.lilyslegacy.org/
Little Trooper Ranch Dog Rescue – Donor-supported nonprofit rescuing dogs from euthanasia. HYPERLINK "https://www.littletrooperranch.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com"littletrooperranch.org
Mini Cat Town (Santa Rosa branch) — Facility to pay for cat visits. Does some fostering and adopting out of kittens. https://minicattown.org/visit-us/kitten-lounge-adoption-center-at-santa-rosa-plaza/
North Bay Animal Services - 840 Hopper St Petaluma, CA 94952. https://northbayanimalservices.org/(707) 762-6227
Pets Lifeline – Dog and cat rescue with adoption and volunteer programs. HYPERLINK "https://www.petslifeline.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com"petslifeline.org
Sonoma County Animal Services – County-run shelters in Santa Rosa and Healdsburg. HYPERLINK "https://sonomacounty.gov/health-and-human-services/health-services/divisions/public-health/animal-services/animal-shelters-in-sonoma-county?utm_source=chatgpt.com"sonomacounty.gov
Lake County
Clearlake Animal Association (and Pet Fix – Lake County) – Foster-home-based group aiming to keep pets and families together, with spay/neuter services. HYPERLINK "https://clearlakeanimalassociation.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com"clearlakeanimalassociation.org
Hidden Valley Rescue – Facebook: Hidden Valley Rescue, non-profit organization specialized in fostering kittens. (707) 295-7455
Lake County Animal Care and Control – County-run shelter handling adoptions, licensing, and rehoming. HYPERLINK "https://www.animalshelter.net/shelter/510/lake-county-animal-care-and-control/?utm_source=chatgpt.com"animalshelter.net
Little Big Paws Pet Rescue – Foster-based rescue helping companion animals, especially stray cats. HYPERLINK "https://littlebigpaws.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com"littlebigpaws.org