Southern Utah Adoptable Pets Guide
The Independent’s, 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.
Hunter
Hunter will longingly look deep into your eyes with his striking blue eyes. He enjoys playing with toys and chewing on bones. Hunter would do best in a home with older children or an adult only home. He enjoys spending time outside and is always on a mission during his walks. Make arrangements to meet your new adventure buddy today!
Tamarin
Tamarin is an adorable puppy that had needs a patient and understanding adopter. He is very shy and still getting comfortable around people. We believe Tamarin would benefit greatly from having another dog in the home. A dog that could help him feel more comfortable and show him the ropes. Tamarin needs an adopter that is willing to give him time to adjust and learn about life in a home. We know there is a playful puppy in there and we think the right home will bring out that side of him. He isn’t comfortable receiving affection from people and doesn’t walk on a leash yet. If you are looking for a shy dog that needs some love and a safe place to blossom, Tamarin may be the right pup for you.
Josh
Josh is a big goofy boy with lots of energy and lots of love to give. Josh loves attention and soft toys. He can forget how strong he is at times and be a little too enthusiastic when greeting, but he’s attentive to his people and has been enjoying working on his manners. He loves being active especially playing in water and hiking so he’d be a good partner for someone looking for an adventure buddy. Josh likes to be the center of attention so would prefer to live in a house with no other pets so he can receive all the love!
Squash
Squash is a young fella that arrived in 2018 from Enoch, UT. He gets along great with his feline roommates, loves attention, loves treats, loves laps, being held, and is usually the first at the door to greet you. He has been on many sleepovers and anyone that meets him falls instantly in love. He is FIV+ which sounds scarier than it is but rest assured he is happy and healthy and can live like any other cat. While he does have some challenges don’t let that stop you from giving this guy a chance, you will not regret it.
Fozzy
Fozzy is a cuddly teddy bear who can never get enough attention. If he isn’t waiting by the door he will come running when anyone enters the room. He doesn’t like to share the attention with other cats and would prefer a home with humans only, or with shyer, non-dominant cats whom he is happy to snuggle with when the humans are away. If you have lots of time for cuddles come and meet Fozzy.
Ken
This talkative and friendly boy is the ultimate lap cat! Ken is a gentle, precious, and cuddly little love-bug. This easygoing and mellow fellow will purr nonstop in your lap and loves to just relax with you. He has Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) so he’ll need to be an only cat or live with other cats who have the virus. Come meet this playful, happy, and confident cutie 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. Note: With respect to the unprecedented situation around COVID-19, any interested adopters can complete an online application and will be contacted by the team.
Lily
Lily is a young, female Terrier mix. She is full of energy and she loves to play fetch. She is so sweet and quiet. She would be good in a home with other dogs, cats, children, or alone. This little girl is just looking for her furever family and a place to call home. Could you be that person/family for her?
Charlie
Charlie is a small, male Terrier mix puppy. He is very playful. This cute boy would be good in a home with other dogs, children or alone. Charlie just wants to find his furever family. Fill out an application and make arrangements to meet Charlie today! Charlie could be the perfect addition to your family!
Princess Leia
Princess Leia is a 9-month-old German Shepherd mix. She would be good in a home with other dogs, children, or alone. She’s currently in a foster home waiting for her furever family. Could you be the family she is waiting for? Call RSQDOG’s and make arrangements to meet her today! You won’t be sorry you did.
Eden
This adorable young cat longs for a loving home. Eden has a sweet disposition. She enjoys head scratches and cuddling. She is house-trained and would be good in a home with other cats or alone. She is sure to bring happiness and bliss to your home. Make arrangements to meet her today!
Barley
Barley is an adorable snowshoe kitten. He loves to cuddle and will purr the entire time. He likes to wrestle and play with his buddy Mylo. He is house-trained and would be good in a home with other cats or alone. Make arrangements now to meet Barley (and maybe his buddy Mylo). Could this beautiful kitten be the perfect addition to your home?
Mylo
Mylo is a handsome flame point kitten. He’s very playful and enjoys wrestling with his buddy Barley. He is house-trained and would be good in a home with other cats or alone. Make arrangements to meet Mylo and we are sure you will find he is the perfect one for your home!
Providing Animals With Support (PAWS)
PAWS Adoption Center will now be open from 12-3 Tuesday-Saturday. PAWS still require social distancing and visitors to wear masks. Please submit adoption applications to dixiepaws.org/adopt and we will arrange an appointment for approved adopters to meet in with proper social distancing and in a sanitized environment. All pets are microchipped, spayed or neutered, and current on vaccinations. Below are the pets currently available for adoption from the shelter.
Lil Prince
Lil Prince is a 6-year-old Chihuahua mix. He is a very sweet guy who is shy at first. Once he warms up to you, he’ll be your very best friend forever. He has the cutest face and he’ll make a great pet for you and your family. Lil Prince is okay with other dogs. He would love to meet you! His adoption fee is $125.
Mylo Ren
Mylo Ren is an 11-month-old Dachshund mix. He is a sweet dog who loves walks and playing with his humans. He gets along with other dogs and older children. He is a nibbler and needs some training for that. Get in and meet this great dog at the PAWS Adoption Center. His adoption fee is $125.
Max
Max is a large Border Collie mix. He is 10 years young. He would make a great dog for an older person since he is a calm boy who doesn’t need much exercise. He gets along with other dogs and cats. However, he will steal food from children. His adoption fee is $75.
Bean
Bean is a 2-year-old gray and white female. She gets along with other cats and is playful. She lived in a home with a male cat before she came to PAWS so she would most likely be fine if you already have a cat in the home. She is a beautiful girl with green eyes. Make arrangements to meet her soon! Her adoption fee is $75.
Casey
Casey is a 4-year-old Tuxedo mix. He gets along with other cats and is a pretty chill cat. He would love to find his furever home and humans. Make arrangements today to go into PAWS and get to know him. He’s waiting for you! His adoption fee is $75.
Danvers
Danvers is a 6-month-old female Tabby and white kitty. She is a very playful and friendly cat. She gets along with other adult cats and kittens. She has beautiful markings and is so sweet. Danvers came to PAWS from Texas with the rest of her litter. She is waiting for the perfect person/family to adopt her. Her adoption fee is $85.
The City of Mesquite Animal Shelter
Mesquite Animal Shelter is currently closed to the public. Please visit our Petfinder website for a current listing and more detailed information on the animals. Mesquite Animal Shelter Petfinder or Please also check our Facebook pages for lost and found animals along with pet information at Mesquite Animal Control. All animals will be spayed or neutered prior to leaving shelter and receive 1-year rabies vaccination and city license. Ages are approximate.
Sasha
Sasha’s owner could no longer care for this pretty girl. She is 3 years old. Sasha is shy but warming up to everyone. She is partially housetrained, learning to walk on a leash and play with toys. Her adoption fee is $60. Make arrangements to meet Sasha today to see if she is the perfect match for you!
Louise
Louise was found as a stray. She is shy but learning that people are there to love her. She is learning to walk on a leash, play, and take treats. Could you be the one to help her feel loved and comfortable in her new home? Her adoption fee is $40.
Candi
Candi is 8 months old and is pure white with blue eyes. She loves to be petted and is getting used to being held. She plays with toys and even brings them into her bed. Candi is not sure about other cats. Her adoption fee is $40. Make arrangements to meet this beauty today!
Jason
Jason came to the shelter with his sister when they were abandoned in a carrier in front of a hotel. He is friendly and loves attention although he can be a little shy and unsure of his new surroundings. Jason is approximately 3 months old. His adoption fee is $40. Could you be the one to make him feel comfortable and loved?
Carrie White
Carrie White was found with her brother in a carrier outside a hotel. She is super outgoing and plays non stop. She is pure white with a smudge on the top of her head. She has one blue eye and one green eye. Her adoption fee is $40. Get in and meet this beautiful unique kitten.
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.
Chai
Shy Chai is going to be a beautiful young lady when she grows up. She isn’t used to being around people but is quickly learning that we aren’t so bad, especially at dinner and tummy scratching time. Chai is approximately 4–5 months old and will be available LOCALLY ONLY as a foster-to-adopt after she has had her second round of puppy shots. Once she has been spayed, her adoption will be completed. Chai is currently in a foster home. If you’re interested in meeting her text or call Julie at (435) 773-5209 Tuesday through Saturday between 9 AM and 5 PM.
Georgia
Sweet Georgia is a three-year-old gentle, kind, mellow love of a girl who would give anything to find someone special to love her back. Being part Catahoula, she has the most interesting coloring. She could disappear in a pile of autumn leaves. Georgia is house trained and gets along well with other respectful dogs (cats–not so much). She loves to cuddle and will let you pet her forever; almost like she’s never been petted before. Although we don’t know here attitude towards children, we suspect she would be wonderful. Georgia will be available LOCALLY ONLY as foster-to-adopt until she is spayed, at which time her adoption will be complete. If you’re interested in meeting her text or call Julie at (435) 773-5209 Tuesday through Saturday between 9 AM and 5 PM.
Barry
Barry is not a lap dog (unless he decides he wants to be). Instead, he is a grumpy boy who came to BAM with a broken pelvis which still causes him pain. In the year he’s been with BAM, Barry also suffered seizures and kidney stones. He’s on a special diet and medication for all of these things, but he’s still a grump. And we all still love him! Since being in BAM’s care, the poor guy has had to deal with puppies and big dogs who don’t understand why he doesn’t want to roughhouse. He does get along with dogs who aren’t in his face and likes to fetch a ball as long as you don’t try to take it back from him (Barry’s rules). Ornery as he is, Barry is kind of BAM’s mascot and they want the old guy to catch a break and live out the remainder of his life with someone he can find solace in. Barry loves to rub his back on the floor and wiggle and loves to have belly rubs by a person of his choosing. He enjoys certain members of BAM’s team while others simply aren’t his cup of tea.
To find out more about Barry, meet him and see if she’s a match for you, text, or call Julie at (435) 773-5209.
Celeste
Celeste is a stunning nine-month-old girl. She’s very shy at first but warms up pretty quickly, especially if you have a tennis ball in your hand. Once she makes friends, she’s a total sweetheart! She doesn’t always instantly click with other dogs so she should be properly introduced to any potential playmate. She’s also house trained, knows basic commands, and is an excellent fetcher!
To find out more about Celeste, meet her and see if she’s a match for you, text, or call Julie at (435) 773-5209.
Teton (aka Teeter)
Teton is a wonderful little dog who suffered a torn CCL (Cranial cruciate ligament]. He’s currently in foster care awaiting his surgical consult after which he will have surgery to repair the ligament. He does have a slight limp at this time. After surgery, he may not be able to hike for miles but he’ll be able and willing to go on long walks and short hikes. He’s housebroken with supervision. BAM doesn’t know how he would be if left alone for 8 hours but will ask to go out by moving around, whining, or looking anxious. He does not know the doggy door and they haven’t taught it as, due to his physical limitations right now, he shouldn’t be outside unsupervised.
Teton gets along with all the dogs in his foster home although he is a little afraid of the largest dog. He wants to play with the others but his injury, until repaired, requires him to get lots of rest and not stress his ligament too much so he’s curtailed from getting as playful as he would like. He’s happy to couch sit with you and watch TV, will lie under your desk if you’re working, and is generally a joyful, happy little dog. Teton spooks at noises and straps…anything that gives the appearance he might be hit with it. He is recovering well but we don’t recommend homes with small children. Older respectful children should be fine with him. He enjoys a ball and some stuffed toys, does well in the car, and would do well on a walk although he tends to pull a bit in the first few minutes. Once his leg is healed, dog parks should be fine.
Teton has demonstrated he can be protective of his owner so should be introduced slowly and with supervision to others who enter his space. He would do well in an apartment or a house or even an RV. He does bark but quiets immediately when told “enough”. Teton would be good for first-time pet owners and experienced owners. Aside from his little protective nature, which can easily be worked with, he’s adorable and, for you HOA people, just the right size.
Teton can be placed at this time in a foster-to-adopt home with the adoption finalizing after he is released medically. Foster to adopt parents must be willing to follow medical guidance and see that he makes it to his medical appointments. To meet Teton contact J@BAMUtah.com.
