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.
Milo
Milo is a blue and gold macaw, a large parrot native to South America. They are known for their striking colors and their ability to talk. They bond closely to their people. They require a lot of exercise and attention. Milo was born in 1999 and can live to be over 60.
Ranger
Ranger was born in 2017 and was abandoned. Like all bunnies, he likes to dig, get into things, and run around. Most rabbits do best with a buddy. Best Friends rabbits are no different and the majority of them are deeply bonded with one or two other rabbits. We do require that bonded pairs are adopted together. If you find a rabbit you are interested in adopting Best Friends will be happy to tell you whether or not they have a partner. You can contact them at rabbits@bestfriends.org for more information. Thank you for your interest in adopting!
Myrtle
Myrtle knows her name and will come when called. She is social with people and loves to spend time swimming and basking in the sun. Sliders are a relatively large turtle and can reach up to 12 inches in length. They will need an aquarium with a decent depth of water to swim in (the bigger the better – they are semi-aquatic turtles after all), and a basking area under a full-spectrum light source. They have specific dietary needs, and Best Friends will provide that information for you. They love to watch you, they’ll just about eat from your hand, and we’re sure you’ll love having them in your home. Myrtle was born in 2005. When cared for correctly, sliders can live 50-70. No sanctuary visit necessary, however, you must be within driving distance of Kanab to adopt. If you are interested in a slider, please fill out an adoption survey!
Jewel
Jewel is definitely one of the most beautiful girls in the ‘neigh’borhood. Her breeding is Arabian and Saddlebred, which not only makes her extra fancy but also extremely sensitive. She’s so sensitive, in fact, that she needed to come to Best Friends for some specialized training as she had gotten dangerous for her (very experienced) owner to handle. She’s made huge strides but will always be the type of horse who needs to be handled by someone with horse skills well above what most horse owners ever achieve. In other words, you’d need the equivalent of one or two advanced degrees in horse psychology to be Jewel’s perfect person. If you think you are that person and are willing to give Jewel her ideal forever home, please contact us for her full story.
Trix
Trix is active, excited about life and loves the great outdoors. She’s always ready to play fetch, go for walks or run around. Because she’s shy and fearful with strangers, especially men, she’s considered a flight risk and needs a securely fenced yard and a person who can keep her safe. Other than that, Trix is pretty low-maintenance. She may make you work to earn her trust at first, but once she warms up to you, she’s super sweet and will lavish you with affection. She’s been great with other dogs that she’s comfortable with at the Sanctuary, and she is very attached to her canine roommates. Sometimes, she’s hesitant to go for walks with new people if her dog friends aren’t with her. But at Dogtown, she’s working on getting more comfortable meeting strangers, going places without her doggie roommates and eating her meals when there are strangers around. Born in 2018, Trish came to Best Friends though local animal control and is ready to move on to a home of her own.
Zima
Zima is such a spunky little tot! She’s a very active and playful friend who’s also talkative and has cute conversations with you. This precious little girl is independent, adventurous, high-energy and so much fun! She is such an adorable kitty and she can’t wait to meet you!
RSQ Dogs+
RSQ Dogs+ is Southern Utah’s newest nonprofit animal rescue group. It is an all-volunteer group dedicated to saving the lives of animals in underserved, rural areas of Washington County. All of the animals in their care are fully vetted including spay/neuter, vaccinations, microchip and any medical care they may need. For more information, please contact RSQ Dogs+ at (800) 897-1136 or RSQDogsUtah@gmail.com or visit RSQDogsUtah.org.
Captain Jack
Captain Jack and his siblings were found dumped in a box on the side of the road. He is a 12-week old heeler pup. He is house trained and knows basic commands. He loves to give and receive hugs and gets along great with children and other dogs. Jack is available as a foster to adopt after all his vetting is completed.
Kady
When Kady was surrendered to RSQ Dogs, her family was calling her Shiver because she always shook; now she’s in a happy foster home with several other dogs and learning she doesn’t need to be afraid of everything. Her mother is a full German Shepherd and her father is a Border Collie/Cattle dog mix so Kady is going to be a smart, energetic dog great for adventures or working hard. If you think you’re Kady’s perfect family, let RSQ Dogs+ know!
Jude
Jude is a beautiful 1-year-old black lab mix. He’s got a playful personality and loves to have his ‘butt’ rubbed. He walks very well on a leash and seems to know basic commands. Currently weighing 60 lbs., he will be a fairly big boy, a great hiking companion, and somebody’s best friend.
Sammy and Sunny
Little Sammy and Sunny are adorable and extremely playful with other kittens. Very sweet and loving to their humans. These sweet boys are best friends and RSQ Dogs want them adopted together. They are both house-trained and would be good in a home with other cats and/or children.
Leo
RSQ Dogs got Leo and his brother Aries as kittens. Now they’re looking for homes to grow up in! Leo is house-trained and would be good in a home with other cats or alone. He’s such a sweet boy.
The City of Mesquite Animal Shelter
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.
Sam
Sam is a puppy approximately 6-7 months old. He is full of puppy energy. Sam loves to play and is doing very well learning his basic commands and leash training. His adoption fee is $60. He has had his 1st puppy vaccination and rabies vaccination.
Jackie
Jackie came into the shelter as a stray. She is a Jack Russell and is roughly 7-8 years old. Jackie is a sweet girl that would do best in a quiet home. She seems to have a little visual loss and total hearing loss. She weighs 17.5 lbs and walks very well on the leash. She loves to go for walks. Her adoption fee is $40 senior dog special.
Sabrina
Sabrina’s owner passed away and she came to the shelter. Sabrina is approximately 4 years old. She is very shy but loves being brushed and petted. She is not used to being held. Her adoption fee is $40.
Copper
Copper is a senior cat with quite the “purrsonality”. His owners moved and could not take him to their new home. Copper is very talkative and will follow you around telling you all kinds of stories. He comes when called and loves to be petted and brushed. He is making friends with the cats at the shelter and doing well with meeting new friends. Copper has a thyroid condition and requires a special diet and daily medication. Medication (90 day supply) and a supply of his special food will be provided when he goes to his new home. His adoption fee is the $20 senior cat special.
Izzy
This young cat was found as a stray. Izzy is a little shy but she loves being petted and brushed. She comes when called and purrs all the time. She has pretty black spots on her small white body. Her adoption fee is $40.
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.
Steve
When you meet Steve he greets you with a High Five! This 3-year-old doll is super sweet, funny, and playful. He gets along with other dogs and is super human-friendly. If you are interested in adopting him please visit dixiepaws.org and submit an application. His adoption fee is $125.
Mr. Big
After a while, you just wanna be with the one that makes you laugh.” ― Mr. Big. Mr. Big is that guy! He’s delicious, a lover and he’s easy on the eyes. This guy is everything you want in a cat, he gets along with the other cats and loves humans. His adoption fee is $85.
Avalon
Avalon is the purrfect lap cat. She’s a 1-year-old girl looking for a loving home where she can be an only cat or with another cat who prefers to stick to themselves. But human love, human cuddles, and a human lap? She’s all about that! Her adoption fee is $85.
Kyle
Kyle is so sweet. The DSH Flame Point is easy going, calm and playful all wrapped in one beautiful bundle. His adoption fee is $150.
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.
Fiona
Fiona is a lovely young dog, approximately 1-2 years of age. She loves to cuddle with people, plays well with friendly dogs and lost her home when she was abandoned when her folks moved away and left her with no food. Fiona and three of her puppies survived by eating the other animals that died from starvation. Five of her puppies did not survive. Though young and put through a very stressful situation with her puppies, she has done an excellent job and has remained loving and loyal to people. Her puppies are finding families that will love them forever and it’s time for Fiona to also find her ever after family. Her adoption fee is $125. They are now taking applications on her. To meet her, call (435) 773-5209.
Duke
Duke is a typical puppy who loves puppy play. He does have very sharp teeth and may not be a match for young children without close adult supervision. He will chew toys, shoes, etc until he gets a bit older and those teeth will hurt if he decides to chew on a hand or foot of a toddler. They really don’t know what Duke is but they have included a picture of his mother. He could be lab based on his appearance. While his mother is a medium-sized dog, Duke gives indications that he might grow up to be a medium or large sized dog (60 lbs or over). Be prepared for that if adopting. Duke is seeking a foster-to-adopt home at this time with the adoption being finalized at the time he is neutered. His adoption fee at that time will be $150. To apply, please complete an application to adopt and call (435) 773-5209 to set a time to meet Dolly.
Toby
Toby is absolutely the happiest little dog you will ever want to meet. His tail is always going and he always has a smile on his face. He’s an active little guy who knows exactly what he wants out of life and aims to go about getting it. Right now he wants a family of his own. When he’s frightened or there’s too much chaos around him, Toby can get a wee bit snappy. For that reason, they do not recommend young children for him although older, respectful, dog savvy teen should be fine. He just needs to be left alone when frightened until he calms down and he has good recovery so it doesn’t take long. He absolutely loves lap sitting and playing with other dogs his size (he’s nervous around some big dogs). His adoption fee is $175. To meet Toby call Phyllis at (435) 705-9227. You will definitely fall in love with this little guy!
Ozzie
Ozzie is a blond chihuahua mix who is approximately 3 to 5 years old. He is housebroken with a doggie door. He is very playful and energetic and loves to be loved. He is a very sweet little dog! Ozzie’s adoption fee is $125. To meet him, contact Phyllis at (435) 705-9227.
Nellie
Nellie is an active 7-year-old basset/pit mix. She is good with other dogs (including her 3 foster sisters) and cats. She is house trained with a pet door, likes to cuddle and play tug of war. She’s a 3 ft tall counter surfer if not watched. Nellie is good on and off leash on her daily walks. She is a great walking/hiking companion and needs lots of chewable and squeaky toys. Nellie’s adoption fee is $125. To meet Nellie, contact David at (435) 862-2207.
