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.
Shaggy
This handsome fellow got his name due to his adorable, cartoonish look and loping walk. Shaggy is a friendly, easygoing teddy bear and is always thrilled to meet people. While he enjoys getting out and about he is just as happy spending his time indoors with his friends acting as your couch cushion. Despite his age, his puppy behavior does come out during high excitement and he may pull and jump, so he is working on his impulse control to help him improve these behaviors. He enjoys being around other dogs but is not particularly playful with them and would prefer to spend playtime with people. This large, handsome lovebug is ready and waiting for a forever home! Fill out the adoption survey to meet Shaggy and see if he could be your next best friend!
Strawberry
Strawberry is as sweet as her name! She is friendly and affectionate with everyone, although her exuberance for life may make her a better fit in a home without small children or anyone unsteady on their feet. Strawberry would make a great exercise buddy.
This smarty-pants aced her C.L.A.S.S. training program so she holds attention, has leash up manners, waits at the door, comes when called, abides by loose leash walking, offers a polite greeting, waits for the food bowl, and knows ‘leave it,’ ‘stay,’ ‘give’ and ‘take’ (trades valuable objects), in addition to two tricks! She has a history of ear infections so she experiences sensitivity around her head and ears, but that doesn’t prevent her from being a loving cuddle bug. Adopt Strawberry and she’ll help you meet all your fitness goals!
Marki
All black except a white spot on the belly, Marki is looking for love and treats. This young male has the silkiest fur on planet Earth, enough energy to power a small car, and does the cutest flop onto the ground when he wants belly rubs. Call off your search for the bouncy black cat of your dreams–he’s already here.
Jake
Jake is a young cockatiel looking for his forever home. He is a little shy when you first meet him, but he will warm up and make an amazing companion. He likes to whistle back and forth with people. He did live with another cockatiel in the past.
Ren
Ren was sent to Best Friends from another rescue. She is inquisitive and loves to make little noises to get your attention. Ren doesn’t quite understand how to step up yet. Hands can be a little scary, but she is young and without a doubt she will learn how much fun life can be when she can come out and play. If you think you can give Ren a chance to “come out of her shell” fill out an adoption application today to meet her! She is a sweetheart!
Peanut
Playful Peanut loves nothing better than to gallop and play with his pals. Best Friends has been excited to get to know him better and begin his training.
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.
Shylee
Shylee is a 2-year-old Husky/Australian Shepherd mix. She is pretty quiet and shy at first but loves people. She is curious about other dogs and is slowly starting to open her shell a little more. She is currently in a foster home that is helping her blossom into the amazing dog she is. She would be good in a home with other dogs, children, or alone.
Nike
Nike is a 1 ½-year-old Basenji mix, we think, due to her looks and lack of barking. She came to RSQDogs with her two babies, Crash and Crush. She loves to play with them and run around. She’s not much of a cuddler, but she appreciates pets and likes attention. She would be good in a home with other dogs, children, or alone.
Crash
Crash is a 5-month-old German Shepherd/Basenji mix. He came to us with his mom, Nike, and his brother Crush. Crash is a little more timid of the three, but once he breaks out of his shell he is full of love and fun! He loves to wrestle with the other dogs and be around all the people. He would be good in a home with other dogs, children, or alone.
Kasper
Don’t be frightened by the ghostly name. Kas-per the friendly kitten. She couldn’t be bad or mean. She’ll romp and play, purr and cuddle all day. She’ll be really glad to meet you. Everyone will love her. So don’t delay. Put in your application right away so we won’t have to call ghostbusters. She is house-trained and would be good in a home with other cats or alone.
Schroeder
Schroeder is ready to tickle the ivory for you. He is one of five adorable kittens from Rosa’s litter. He enjoys romping around and wrestling with his siblings. You’ll also find him enjoying the sunshine while curled up in a ball listening to classical music. Schroeder and his siblings are at an adorable age and will leave you in fits of laughter. This is just what you need right now. He is house-trained and would be good in a home with other cats or alone.
Athena
Athena is the only female from Aphrodite’s litter of six. She also inherited her mother’s polydactyl trait. All six siblings enjoy romping around and wrestling with each other. They are the perfect age to adopt so you can watch their personalities unfold. She is house-trained and would be good in a home with her siblings, other cats, or alone.
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.
Lillie
Lillie is about 5 years old and is a Shepherd/Collie mix. She is a gorgeous, sweet dog. This mild-mannered lady is soft, loves, and bonds quickly. She is housetrained, has excellent leash manners, and loves water. She’s a really nice dog looking for a loving family. She is good with children and other dogs. Her adoption fee is $125.
Sherman
Twelve-year-old Sherman is one sweet boy who has been let down by humans. After his human of 5 years passed away, the kids wouldn’t keep him because his cough keeps them up at night. Sherman has not been to the vet in over 2 years. PAWS suspects he may have an enlarged heart and they will have him vetted this week. This darling guy prefers to be the only dog and he doesn’t understand small children. PAWS is looking for an adopter or foster to love this boy for the rest of his life. If you have a calm loving home and can take this lap dog into your home, please submit an adoption application to dixiepaws.org/adopt or dixiepaws.org/foster. He’s a small long hair chihuahua, loving and will make one great companion dog. His adoption fee is $75.
Betty Boop
Meet the adorable adoptable Betty Boop. This little lady dances and prances and is an absolute doll. She is friendly with everyone, loves to go for walks, appears to be potty trained. She loves affection and will be a wonderful lap dog. She is spayed, microchipped, dewormed, and vaccinated and she will be receiving a full dental. Her adoption fee is $125.
Milo
Milo is PAWS Cat of the week. Who doesn’t love a fluffy and beautiful orange Tabby mix? He is 5 1/2 years old, neutered, and litter box trained. He could fit right into a family that has another cat or just be on his own enjoying basking in the sunshine. He likes to be in the thick of things and really has a great personality. His adoption fee is $75.
Sly
Sly is a 6-year-old male Russian Blue. He is one of the sweetest cats you’ll ever meet. He loves attention and pets and he’s just so handsome! If you’re looking for a calm cat to add to your family, Sly could be the one you’ve been waiting for. Get in and meet this very handsome fellow!
Arcade
Arcade is a 3-year-old female gray Tabby. She is a pretty girl who is playful and sweet. She’s not too fond of other cats and would be best as an only cat. She was in a Texas shelter before the hurricanes hit and is now ready to find her forever home in Utah. Her adoption fee is $75.
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.
Celeste (aka Zola)
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.
Ace
Ace is a happy, big old pup who has no idea he’s ever been injured, has recently had major surgery, and definitely doesn’t’ know that he’s supposed to have been calm and quiet while recuperating. His vet is amazed at just how well he has done so quickly! Ace has a lot of energy and will need an active home. He would love to have a nice big yard to play in, along with regular and increasing exercise to strengthen his leg. In a few months, he’ll likely want to go on hikes and long walks. In the meantime, he loves affection and he loves to play! If he has toys and balls, he can entertain himself for long periods of time. He’d love you to throw the ball, but if you’re not available, he’s perfectly capable of throwing it for himself!! He needs to learn some manners but he is a bright boy and will learn quickly. He does tend to be toy possessive so some supervision will be needed with his doggy playmates. Ace is fully vaccinated, neutered, microchipped, and ready to go to his forever home today!!! He will need an adopter with patience and one who is willing to care for him if his leg causes him issues in the future.
To find out more about Ace, meet him and see if he’s a match for you, text, or call Julie at (435) 773-5209.
King
Who doesn’t love a Chiweenie? Long and lean, King is around 5 years old and comes in at a whopping 15 lbs. He LOVES to be with people and other small dogs. This adorable little guy came to BAM scared of everything but is quickly learning that, if you have to be in a shelter, BAM is the place to be. So many nice people come to visit and give belly rubs.
King is scheduled for surgery on November 12 to remove a growth on his neck. Until then, he will be staying with us but we will be accepting applications for his adoption afterward.
If you’re interested in getting to know King, call or text Julie Tuesday through Saturday between 9:00 and 5:00 at (435) 773-5209 to arrange a meeting.
Piper
Piper is a sweet senior girl who just wants to relax and be pampered. She is on medication for a previously untreated condition called Collie Nose and needs to be guarded against too much sun. She loves gentle kids and gets along with gentle dogs. She’s a lover girl that just needs someone to love her back.
To find out more about Piper, meet her and see if she’s a match for you, text, or call Julie at (435) 773-5209.
Jack
Happy Jack is an 11-year-old love bug who’s waiting to meet his perfect human. Jack Is scheduled for surgery on November 12 to remove a couple of lumps and get his teeth cleaned so he can look his prettiest in his new home. Until then, he will be staying with BAM but they will be accepting applications for his adoption afterward.
If you’re interested in meeting Jack, drop by That BAM Place or call or text Julie Tuesday through Saturday between 9:00 and 5:00 at (435) 773-5209.
