The Independent Southern Utah Adoptable Pets Guide features adoptable pets from various animal shelters throughout southern Utah. Get a new pet today!
The City of Mesquite Animal Shelter is hosting the Second Annual Christmas with the Donkeys Open House to thank Mesquite and the Arizona Strip for their continued support. The public is invited to get pictures taken with Santa and his donkey, enjoy complimentary hot dogs and refreshments, participate in a raffle, and attend a book signing by Mark Meyers, Executive Director of Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue from The Texas Headquarters. This event will take place at on Dec. 10 from noon to 3 p.m. MST.
Southern Utah Adoptable Pets: City of Mesquite Animal Shelter
The City of Mesquite Animal Shelter is located at 795 Hardy Way and is open for adoptions from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Mondays through Saturdays and from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sundays. 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. Below are the pets currently available for adoption from the shelter.
Godiva
Godiva was found as a stray. She is a very beautiful dog with gray-and-white markings. She is a friendly girl who loves to play with toys or just sit beside you on the bench. She doesn’t seem bothered by the other dogs, although she has not been in the yard with another dog. Godiva is approximately 2 years old.
Blacktop
Blacktop was found as a stray on the interstate. He was saved by a family and brought to the shelter the next day. The family that he stayed with had children and dogs and Blacktop was great with them. He is a happy dog, knows basic commands like “sit,” and behaves very well on a leash. He loves playing with toys and getting a lot of attention. Blacktop is approximately 1 year old.
Nicky
Nicky, short for St. Nicholas, was found as stray. He is a sweet 4-month-old tabby cat. He enjoys being held and pet while he falls asleep on your lap. He has a deep affection for soft toys and will carry them around all day. This little guy is a bundle of fun.
Baloo
Baloo was also found as a stray. He is used to being around people and is very friendly, though he is still a bit shy with the change of being moved into a shelter environment. Baloo’s age is unknown.
Bamboo
Bamboo was found as a stray. He is a very friendly dog and behaves well on a leash. He likes being around people and absolutely adores getting all the attention he can. If you are looking for a cuddle dog, this is your guy. Bamboo is approximately 5 years old.
