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 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.
Levi
Levi is a loving dog with a great sense of humor! He’s also very smart and eager to please, so he excels at all types of training – he mastered his basic commands while he was a student at a prison-based training program, and at the Sanctuary he has passed the C.L.A.S.S. (Canine Life and Social Skills) training program. He’s looking for a person who can keep his mind busy and make him feel safe while sharing life’s adventures. Levi has a generous sponsor who will pay for his adoption costs.
Ghostrider
Ghostrider is a big hunk of a dog. But while he’s big and tough-looking, he’s been friendly and sweet with every person he’s met at the Sanctuary. Ghostrider’s favorite activities include hanging out in the sun with his toys or lounging around inside with his humans, being a big couch potato. He also loves car rides. Ghostrider would do best in a home where he’ll get lots of love and attention because he tends to get a little anxious when left alone. On his leash, he’ll pull when he sees wildlife, so he’ll need a strong person to walk him. At home, he’ll need a yard with a secure fence. Although he can have doggie friends, he would do best as the king of a castle with no other animals. Once you meet him, you may only have eyes for him anyway.
Wynonna
Wynonna is a sweet girl who loves to be with her people. Though she is living as an only dog at the Sanctuary, she may be able to live with the right dog down the road in a home. Above all, she’s looking for a patient person or family who can help her with her anxieties. Wynonna is afraid of stormy weather. Medication helps to calm her fears, though she still has a tendency to run away when she is scared. She will need a secure enclosure and someone who will watch over her. Wynonna was born in 2010 and came to us from Texas. She is looking for a safe and understanding home where she can relax and come into her own. Wynonna has a generous sponsor who will cover her adoption costs.
Wrinkles
Not much rattles Wrinkles. He’s about as easy-going as they get. But he’s been through a lot. First, he was a Hurricane Katrina survivor. Then off to a rescue group. Now he’s at Best Friends. And through it all, he remains the same relaxed, roll-with-the-punches kind of cat. Born in 2005, he gets along great with other kitties. He could be an only cat or part of the gang, he’s fine either way. He likes meeting new people. He’s not exactly a lap cat, but he will sit for a spell next to you for a little chat and some love. He’d be a great friend to watch TV with. Really, that’s all it would take to make him the happiest cat in the world. Wouldn’t an uncomplicated cat like him make you happy? This calm cat really deserves to settle down as somebody’s best friend!
Teller
This sweet, big boy likes his freedom. He hates being put in a cage but otherwise is an absolute doll. Friendly and mellow, once he gets comfortable with you, Teller would probably be a great lap cat. He likes to go for harness walks and stroller rides. He also enjoys chasing the laser light. Born in 2007, he’s in good health. He came to the Sanctuary from a California cat rescue group. Do you have room in your heart and home for this playful, cuddly cat?
Blackberry
Blackberry adores other cats! The perfect playmate, she’s happy just hanging out or playing with her kitty companions. But she prefers to watch people from a safe distance. Born in 2005, she’s in good health. Blackberry came to the Sanctuary from an overcrowded situation in Pahrump, Nevada. Her neglect made it so she is shy around people, but she loves to snuggle with other cats. Blackberry dreams about a home with kitty friends and humans who will give her some space. Would your cats let her come over to play and stay forever?
RSQ Dogs+
Jackson
Jackson is a gorgeous Shepard/Pyrenees mix who is full of fun and energy. He’s still a youngster who could use some training and a knowledge of the breed would be helpful. He would do well in a home with other dogs. An active loving family would make a perfect furever home for this big boy.
Aurora
Aurora is a one-year-old Great Pyrenees (yes, they are big dogs) and is good with preferably older children (due to her size). A meeting with your dog is recommended to make sure they will play well together. She is up to date on vaccines and previously spayed. She is house trained and good with cats. Take a look at those soulful eyes and see if you can’t find a place in your heart for this sweet girl.
Brownie
Back in March, RSQ Dogs received a call about a terrible hoarding situation in California. 30 dogs had been living unattended in a motor home. To avoid euthanasia, RSQ took in 6 of these pups. Brownie, one of those pups, is about 2 years old. He is still skittish around people but he wants so badly to play. He prefers a home without children and is house trained. With patience and love, he could become your best friend and most loyal companion. A second chance for a normal life is all that Brownie is asking.
Cleo
Cleo is an active, outgoing Bengal. She is only around 1 or 2 years old. She may do okay with another pet if given time, but she has a fairly independent personality.
Carlos
Carlos would absolutely love a quiet calm home that would allow him to come out of his shell a bit. He is shy upon first meeting him, but once he knows you, he loves you! Carlos is house trained and would also do well in a home with other cats.
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.
Lillie
Lillie is the perfect dog! This sweet girl is very well mannered, knows all her commands and tricks! She has very nice leash manners and will make a lovely walking/hiking companion. She loves affection and gets along with humans of all ages and other dogs. Her adoption fee is $125.
Tank
Tank is more like ¼ tank, this cute 6-year-old Chihuahua is sweet as can be. He is well mannered, has terrific leash manners and loves walks. He is a great lap dog, likes other dogs and is respectful to cats. His adoption fee is $125.
Cam
Cam is one gorgeous purrfect cat. This guy is loving, social, and very well adjusted. He loves humans and will do fine living with another cat. His adoption fee is $85.
Iris
Iris is a beauty. This girl is 2 years old and a little minx. She loves playing, and will do best as an only cat or in a two-cat household, she does warm up to kittens so if she were to be paired with a kitten she would most likely raise it and they would be best friends. Her adoption fee is $85.
Mowzer
Mowzer is a friendly fun-loving 3-year-old. He loves to sit on laps and gets along well with other cats. His adoption fee is $85.
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.
Boss
Boss is a 2 1/2-year-old extremely energetic dog, that is very intelligent, and has endless potential. He LOVES attention and knows many commands. Boss would do best with someone that is familiar with the shepherd breed and has room for him to run. He would also do best in a home with no other dogs. His adoption fee is $60.
Ziggy
Ziggy has beautiful brindle markings. Ziggy was a stray and is very shy and nervous in his new environment. He takes a little time to know you then is super friendly and a great dog. He has been spending his afternoons and nights in a home where he can get used to that type of environment and other dogs. His adoption fee is $60.
Koda
Looking for an exercise and diet partner? Then Koda is your dog. He needs help with his continued weight loss and exercise and is really trying to get back to his ideal weight and body condition. He has lost 20 pounds since coming to the shelter, has more energy and is loving the change in himself. He loves to play, go for walks and enjoys all the attention he receives for doing so well in his new healthy lifestyle. His adoption fee is $60.
Kiki Dee
Kiki Dee has beautiful coloration. Her owner traveled too much so the cat came to the shelter. She is 9 years young. Kiki Dee loves keeping you company and she needs to be in a home where she can feel comfortable. SENIOR SPECIAL Adoption fee is $20.
Lover
Lovers owner could no longer care for him. He is 12 years young and is quite the people cat. He likes sitting on your lap, being carried around and comes when called. He is doing well around the other cats in the room but would do best in a quiet home where he can be the center of attention. SENIOR SPECIAL Adoption fee is $20.
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.
Ozzi
Beautiful Ozzi is a sweet Australian Shepherd/Boxer blend just shy of a year old. She loves to be outside and go on hiking, running, biking, and swimming adventures. She also loves to play fetch, chew on deer antlers, crunch ice, and catch her food. She loves children, other dogs, and people in general. Ozzie rides well in the back seat. Since she is still a puppy, she does need to be kept in chews and supervised to some extent. She loves attention and will follow you around just so she can see you. Ozzi is house trained and kennel trained and would love to be your new best buddy. To meet Ozzi or get information regarding adopting her, please text or call Julie at (435) 773-5209. Her adoption fee is $125.
Buddy
Adoptable Buddy is supervising our Center Manager and waiting for someone to come take him on a walk. Buddy is approximately 18 months old, obviously SUPER handsome, and very playful. He knows how to sit and shake and would love someone to teach him new skills. If Buddy had his druthers, he’d druther be a lap dog!! He’s great on a leash, likes to go to the dog park, and would make someone a great hiking companion. If you’d like more information about adopting Buddy, come on down to That BAM Place or text or call Julie at (435) 773-5209.
Barry
Were you widowed by a grumpy old man? Have you been looking to add another to your life since his passing? BAM has got the dog for you! In all seriousness, little Barry has good reason to be grumpy. He came to BAM with a broken pelvis from a California shelter. Since being at BAM, the poor guy has had to deal with puppies in his space, big dogs who don’t respect him an–adding insult to injury–he now has kidney stones. BAM wants the old guy to catch a break and live out the remainder of his life with someone he can find solace and love. Barry loves to rub his back on the floor and wiggle and loves to have belly rubs. He enjoys certain members of the BAM team while others simply aren’t his cup of tea. To find out more about Barry, meet him and see if he’s a match for you text or call Julie at (435) 773-5209.
Freddie
Freddie is an adorable 5-year-old chihuahua. Freddie came to BAM in very rough shape but, after gaining some weight, having surgery and a dental, he is now ready for his forever home. Freddie loves to snuggle with his humans and likes to play with toys. His foster mom recently learned he even likes to play fetch! He gets along well with small dogs but generally isn’t a big fan of big dogs. Freddie is housebroken with a dog door and is crate trained. He would prefer a quieter home without small children. To meet Freddie or find out how to adopt him, contact Julie at (435) 773-5209. His adoption fee is $125.
Butch
Butch joined the BAM family having been labeled a 17-year old dog who was likely more in need of a hospice home than typical rescue. Now that he’s in care and has been seen by their vets, they have the better assessment that he is still a senior but more likely 10–13 years old. Butch, however, has some neurological defects and impaired vision that can make him seem older. In spite of those physical issues, Butch has learned how to cope with two groups of five or more dogs in both his foster home and at their adoption center where he spends most of his days. Butch will often motor around with a funny little wobble but can see shapes or contrast well enough that he doesn’t typically bump into things. Their biggest concern for this little guy is that he ate some gravel and had to undergo surgery to have rocks removed from his system that wasn’t moving either direction. This may be something hell try to do again if unsupervised so they will be quite particular about the home he ends up in to ensure his health and well-being. To find out more about Butch, text or call Julie at (435) 773-5209. His adoption fee is $100 but Butch is also eligible for their Seniors Helping Seniors Program. If you are 65 years of age or older, ask Julie about the program.
