The Independent Southern Utah Adoptable Pets Guide features adoptable pets from various animal shelters throughout southern Utah. Get a new pet today!
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.
Poppy
Poppy is an 8-10 week old heeler/kelpie mix. She was surrendered to RSQ and is currently staying in a loving foster home. She is available as a foster to adopt when her vetting is completed. If you are interested in meeting this sweet young pup, please give RSQ Dogs+ a call.
Zeus
Zeus, a 9-month-old Border collie mix, and was surrendered by his owner. Being new to the shelter environment, he’s a bit shy right now. As he feels more loved and secure, we’re sure his Border collie exuberance will emerge. A loving, active home would be the perfect medicine for this adorable fluff pup.
Fred
After being left in the home when his owner moved, Little Fred remains a playful and confident fellow. RSQ Dogs’s thinks he is approximately 1-year-old. He is currently in a foster home with a ‘herd’ of other little dogs and is getting along famously. Weighing in at about 10 lbs., who could not love this adorable chi-weenie face? If you would like to meet Fred please contact RSQ Dogs+ and they can set up a meeting with his foster.
Sampson
Sampson is a 2-year-old snuggle bug. He loves to hang out with his person! He would do best as the only kitty in the household, or with a very calm cat.
Rio
Meet Rio! This stunning young man is approximately 9 months old. He is very active and always wants your attention. He is sight impaired in one eye but that does not slow him down one bit! Let RSQ Dogs+ know if you would like to meet Rio!
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.
Jade
Jade’s owner was moving and could not take her and her other house-cat Luna with her. Jade has/had beautiful silver gray long hair. She was matted and needed a haircut so she had a spa day and is now sporting a super lion cut. She is friendly and will come to you for attention. She likes to play with toys. Her adoption fee is $40.
Luna
Luna’s owner was moving and could not take her and her other house-cat Jade with her. Luna is approximately 2 years old and is friendly. She loves attention and although a little shy she warms up quickly and wants attention and petting. Her adoption fee is $40.
Meg
Meg’s family could no longer keep her. She is a quiet, shy girl, approximately 4 years old. She is easily handled, very sweet, and is talkative. Her adoption fee is $40.
Jake
Jake’s owner was moving and could not take him along. He is an extra large beautiful black cat with golden eyes. He loves being petted and giving head butts. He is very talkative. His adoption fee is $40.
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.
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.
Fin
Meet the Adorable Adoptable Fin. This 10-week-old Border Collie is beyond cute. He’s almost completely potty trained, he’s playful, snuggly and smart. Finn is currently in foster and PAWS can arrange for approved applicants to meet him. His adoption fee is $200.
Ross
Ross is a Great Dane/Border Collie mix born on 1/9/19. He’s an adorable boy full of love and he’s gorgeous. is currently in foster and PAWS can arrange for approved applicants to meet him. His adoption fee is $200.
Cora
Looking for a love bug cat? Well, here she is! This girl will cuddle right up into your arms and turn on her purr machine. She’s easy going and playful. Her adoption fee is $85.
Pearl
Pearl is one wonderful cat. She is a calm girl who like cuddles and love. She is 8-1/2 years old and has so much life in her. Her adoption fee is $85.
Grant
Where do you look when you can’t find Grant? In the sink where he loves to lay and play hide & seek, he’s a cuddler, a lover and he’s so easy going. He is 2 years old. His adoption fee is $85.
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.
Jade
Jade is one of the terrific adoptable dogs at That BAM Place in Hurricane, UT. You can see what a beautiful girl Jade is but she’s not just a pretty face–she knows “sit”, of course, but will listen and is keen to learn if there is a treat to be had. Jade is a young adult at approximately one-year-old. Jade knows how to use a dog door, loves to play with squeaky balls, enjoys chewing on hard bones, walks well on a leash and plays with their other dogs (large and small). BAM recently took Jade to the vet after she jumped off of something and limped. They found that she may have some arthritis in her elbow but short walks and regular play are still great exercises for her. BAM also learned there that she may have lived with cats previously as the clinic cat was practically rubbing on her with little more reaction than a sniff. If you are interested in Jade please text or call Julie at (435) 773-5209.
Oscar
Meet BAM’s handsome, adoptable Oscar!! We know. He doesn’t look poodle/springer but that’s what his DNA says. Oscar is the youngest 10 year old you’ll likely ever meet. He’s filled with seemingly boundless energy, he knows his basic commands, he gets along with other dogs and all of the people he’s had the opportunity to meet. Oscar was adopted 9 years ago and has had one family during that time. Unfortunately, they recently made a move that he was unable to make with them so he is looking for a forever family. Oscar has previously been given the opportunity to go on unaccompanied walkabouts. Because of this, he has developed the habit of going over the fence to roam. He comes with his own cable that could go in his yard but what he would like most is room to roam or a very secure yard for when he isn’t hanging out inside with his peeps. Oscar recently had a dental and a malignant tumor removed from his side which the vet believes was removed entirely. To adopt or learn more about Oscar, text or call Julie at (435) 773-5209.
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.
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.
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.
