The Independent Southern Utah Adoptable Pets Guide features adoptable pets from various animal shelters throughout southern Utah. Get a new pet today!
Best Friends Animal Sanctuary
Best Friends Animal Sanctuary is located five miles north of Kanab at 5001 Angel Canyon Road. All adoptable cats and dogs are spayed or neutered and up to date on vaccinations. If you have questions about a specific pet or the adoption process, please email adoptions@bestfriends.org. If you’d like to apply to adopt one of these featured pets, click the link to their bio where you will find the adoption survey.
Josie
Josie is very excited about life and wants nothing more than to be with people. This friendly girl is always happy to make new friends and learn new things. Josie is like the Energizer bunny, so she’ll need a very active home with a person or family who is up for lots of training and enrichment. She does calm down nicely in quiet environments and is very easygoing on car rides. Born in 2015, Josie came to Best Friends from a humane society in Colorado after she was seized from a dog fighting situation. She has a tick-borne illness that causes her to have very low blood platelets. Because of this condition, Josie must be extra careful to avoid any potentially harmful situations. She also lives alone at the Sanctuary and will need to be the only dog in a home, since her condition can be transmitted to other dogs. Although Josie has a heart murmur that needs to be checked regularly, it does not require medication at this time. At Dogtown, Josie is working on impulse control and staying calm when her caregivers enter her room or put on her harness.
Kiki
Kiki is a friendly, engaging little lady. She loves her toys and has energy to burn. One of her favorite things is playing fetch with people. She walks nicely on a leash and sits politely when asked. Kiki loves her walks and does well on car rides. Born in 2014, Kiki came to the Sanctuary from a Best Friends Network Partner in Arizona. She has an old injury that’s left her with some incontinence problems, so she takes prescription medication to help keep her healthy. Routine and structure help Kiki have fewer accidents, and she’s not too hard to clean up after. Kiki can be bossy with other dogs at the Sanctuary and protective of her beloved toys. She prefers that other dogs leave her alone while she plays. At the Sanctuary, she is working on crate training. She’ll do best in an active home where she will have an outlet for her abundant energy.
Lana
There’s definitely a gentle giant in there, and Lana’s working on bringing it out. She can be apprehensive about certain things, she’s incredibly strong on a leash, and she’ll sometimes try to chase cars. She can also be defensive with barriers, like her gate and her crate, but Dogtown caregivers and trainers are working with her on these things. Once you take the time to get to know her, Lana, who was born in 2013, is sweet and sensitive. She also has great manners and is very smart, with a desire to please her person. If you think you can give Lana the love, support, and guidance she needs, she’d be thrilled to meet you.
Jamaica
Meet one of the legendary ‘rafter cats’ at Best Friends! Cats like these make wonderful companions-from-afar. You can’t hold them or pet them – at least, not yet. But they think and feel and love, just like the rest of us. And if you give them the chance, they can be a real part of your home. They just haven’t had any experience being pets. Jamaica came to Best Friends from a Utah shelter. Born in 2012, he’s in good health, and he gets along well with other cats. Shy cats like these have always been an important part of Best Friends’ culture. They have special spirits and deep personalities. And this beautiful cat would love to be a part of your life.
Kieran
Kieran is a shy gray and white cat who likes to hang out in the outdoor cattery. He was approximately 9 when he arrived in 2013 from Illinois. When he first got to Cat World, Kieran played hide and seek in the rafters, darting to and fro, up and down. He liked to hear his name called, though, and he would meow back. Now that he’s gotten more comfortable here, he will cautiously approach people for their attention and to receive pets. He loves treats! He does well living with other cats and is fine with dogs. He’s looking for that special someone who will help him blossom even further.
Larry Berry
Larry Berry came to us from a terribly overcrowded situation in Pahrump, Nevada. He’s used to being around other cats, but sometimes the bigger, more assertive males can intimidate him. Born in 2005, he’s come a long way since he’s been at the Sanctuary. Although easily startled, he loves getting attention from people. He’s always ready for pets and a lap to call his own. Larry Berry is a Caturtle, also known as a shy cat who comes out of their shell in a home. Caturtles are free to adopt and can fly to their new homes for free anywhere in the U.S. or Canada.
Providing Animals With Support (PAWS)
PAWS Adoption Center is located at 1125 W 1130 N in St. George. Please submit an application at dixiepaws.org. Call (435) 688-9748 or email officepaws@gmail.com. All pets are microchipped, spayed or neutered, and current on vaccinations. Below are the pets currently available for adoption from the shelter.
Copper
Copper is a fun loving guy, this 8-year-old Retriever /Lab mix loves to play ball, go hiking and on walks.
Little Max
This handsome guy is the total package, he has perfect house manners, gets along with children and other dogs and loves to go on walks. Little Max is a 3-year-old Chi/mix.
James
James is a very nice 5-year-old DSH tabby, that gets along well with other cats and has lived with dogs. He is neutered, vaccinated and micro-chipped. His adoption fee is $75.
Ellen
Ellen is a very sweet and loving girl, she is a 2-year-old DSH tabby that gets along with other cats. Her adoption fee is $75.
Harry
Harry is a very special, beautiful 6-year-old DSH. His adoption fee is $75.
RSQ DOGS+
Bullet
Bullet is one of the calmest, well-behaved dogs you will ever meet! He is currently at a foster home, and his foster mother raves about his manners! He got his name from the large gunshot wound he had when he first arrived at RSQ Dogs+ but you would never know it now. He loves other dogs and people of all ages and would love to have both animal and human siblings.
Stella
Stella is 3–4 years old, and she is the sweetest girl. She’s a bit cautious around new people and dogs but warms pretty quickly. She loves the park and car rides. Belly rubs, kisses, and cuddles round out her day. Stella is a total lovebug who just needs a bit of reassurance from time to time.
Kailani
Kailani came covered in over 30 from a high-kill shelter in California fleas and absolutely terrified of everything. In a week, her ticks were removed, she visited the vet, and she’s started to learn that people are not a bad thing! She is now at a foster home with a family helping her with her anxieties and working to bring her out of her shell. She is about 3 years old and 12 pounds, perfect for someone looking for a quiet companion.
Tiger
Tiger is a sweet polydactyl, which means she has extra toes! She loves to be held and plays well with other cats. She does well with little children.
Cali
Cali is a sweet tuxedo kitten who is looking for a new home and is ready to snuggle up and cuddle with you or to entertain you with a lot of playfulness.
The City of Mesquite Animal Shelter is located at 795 Hardy Way and is open for adoptions Mondays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. and Sundays from 1 to 3 p.m. Please call (702) 346-7415 during these hours to speak to the front desk, or visit mesquiteanimalshelter.petfinder.com. Animal Control may be reached by phone or voicemail at (702) 346-5268. Adoption fees include spaying or neutering and a one-year rabies shot. Mesquite residents only receive one-year city pet licenses.
Bruno
Bruno is a beautiful smoke colored pittie. He is shy and very worried he is doing something wrong and will get in trouble. He loves to play with toys and is doing well on a leash. He will need a home where he can build his confidence. We are suggesting a home without children since he doesn’t like fast moves or lots of activity. His adoption fee is $60.
Sage
Sage was found as a stray. She is approximately 3-4 months old and full of energy. She knows sit command and is doing well on leash training. She will need all basic training. She is very friendly and loveable. Her adoption fee is $60.
Millie
Millie was found in a local casino hotel room. She is super friendly. Millie wants to be with people all the time and she will follow you around because she loves to be held and cuddled. She is a bobtail with half of her tail missing, the veterinarian thinks it is a natural bob. Her adoption fee is $40.
Katy
Katy was turned in with her daughter Sissy because her family had too many cats in the home. She is a little shy but super friendly and easily handled. She loves being held and cuddling in your lap. Her adoption fee is $40.
Sissy
Sissy came to the shelter with her mother because her family had too many cats. She is a beautiful bright-colored calico. Sissy is a quiet cat who just loves attention. She is easily handled. Her adoption fee is $40.
Mr. Whiskers
Mr. Whiskers is 8 years old. He came from a home with older people who moved and could not take him. He is a quiet boy and very no fuss no muss. He loves watching out the window. He will come when called. He is okay with other cats but would prefer to be the only cat in the home allowing him to receive all your love and attention. His adoption fee is $40.
Because Animals Matter
Because Animals Matter is dedicated to reducing animal abuse and neglect through education. It offers fully vaccinated, spayed or neutered, and microchipped animals for adoption through a network of foster homes and the Because Animals Matter Center, a transition facility. It also welcomes volunteers for a variety of activities and needs foster families for animals awaiting their forever homes. Please contact Because Animals Matter at (435) 773-5209 or visit becauseanimalsmatter.com for more information.
Pippin
Pippin is a sweet boy but very lonely. He had some buddies his size, but they got adopted, and now he’s the only little dog there and doesn’t have anyone to play with. Pippin is a lap sitter, a cuddler, a walking buddy, a watching-TV-with-you pal, and a traveler in a car or RV. Pippin loves to be wherever his people are. To meet Pippin, call (435) 773-5209 and arrange an appointment, or drop by That BAM Place between 10 a.m. and noon any day but Sunday. His adoption fee is $125.
Bindi
Bindi is a border collie blend believed to be around two years old. She spent one night in a foster home after being pulled from the shelter to come to us. The foster parent wrote: “She loved my little boy and loves to explore the house. She did well in the crate last night and did pretty well with my dogs. She takes treats nicely and, surprisingly, she is very confident. I bet she’d make an amazing agility dog. She is very loving with people but seems to want to do her own thing around other dogs and doesn’t seem playful. I hope she finds a great home!” Bindi is a typical herding dog and will require an owner with experience. She is not good for a first-time pet owner. If you are interested in doing dog sports, they believe Bindi would excel at that. BAM is taking applications at this time for Bindi and she will be available to be placed once she is spayed. Go to BAMutah.com and you will find the application embedded in the text under the Adopt section. You can download it, fill it out and send to J@BAMutah.com or call (435)773-5209 to find out more about her. Bindi’s adoption fee is $125.
Chief
Chief is adorable. At the shelter, they said he was terrified, but Chief has taken BAM by storm, playing with the other dogs, lap sitting, giving kisses, learning how to go for a walk, and just being cute. Well, he really didn’t have to learn how to do that. He just had to take a little bit to know it was okay. Chief is only 9 months old and is available for adoption. You will not want to miss out on getting this little guy. For an appointment to meet Chief, call Julie at (435) 229-5703. Chief’s adoption fee is $150.
Walt
Walt is approximately 8 years old. He would like nothing better than to go on a walk with you, go for a run in the desert, be your companion, and then lay down at your feet at the end of the day (or in your lap … he likes laps a lot). Older children would be best for him, and he would also be a great pet for an older couple. Walt is well behaved in a house, and although he is crate trained, he prefers to live in close proximity with his humans. Walt’s foster mom says he is a great dog and he deserves a home of his own. Walt’s only problem is that nobody wants to adopt him because he has stage 1 kidney failure and requires a special diet. The vet says he could live a couple of years, or more, or less. There’s just no telling, but if you’ve seen the videos of him running in the desert, you would know he’s not ready to cash it in yet. Everyone who knows Walt believes he deserves a family. Are you a family that is willing to give love and be loved, even if it is time-limited? If so, call Corinne at (435) 760-3414 and set up a time to meet him. You will fall in love with him … everyone does!
Sabrina
After being hit by a car, little Sabrina spent 8 weeks in a cast while her bones healed. She’s 10 years old but loves to adventure by car, trail, or river. Snuggles are her favorite, but she’s not a couch potato. Sabrina lives with several big dogs and enjoys their company. Never once have they heard her bark. Sabrina would be great in any home but, even with her cast off, she will still need tender care until her bones are strong. Sabrina does require daily medication for an enlarged heart but nothing stops this little dog from living life to its fullest. They are still working on house training, but the process is slow due to her broken bones. Sabrina sleeps through the night without urinating and does not urinate on the carpet but will on tile. Her cast may be at fault, and now with it removed, she’ll be more agile and move more easily. To meet Sabrina or find out more about her, contact Andrea or A.J. at (612) 756-2374. Sabrina’s adoption fee is $100 and she is also eligible for their Seniors Helping Seniors Program.
