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.
Earl
Earl is a true goofball once you get to know him. He does take some time to trust new people but treats are the way to his heart and the wait is totally worth it. He would do best in an adult-only home. He enjoys car rides more than anything else but will also go for walks although he’s pretty slow and likes to sniff all the flowers. Earl would love to spend time getting to know you, ask about him today!
Sampson
He may not have long hair as the original Sampson, but he is just as handsome. Sampson could be part German Shepherd or Blue Heeler. No one knows for sure. But whatever his breed(s), he is a devilishly handsome chap with a charming and playful personality. Sampson takes a little time to warm up, be he is all about the treats. (He doesn’t know what a “diet” is.) If you rescue Sampson, he will rescue you right back.
Queen Bee
Queen Bee aka Queenie is a loving girl who just wants to be with her people. She enjoys walks and playing tug, but then is ready to settle down and snuggle on your lap. Some say she might be big for a lap, but she disagrees. Queenie would prefer to be in a home where she is solo and truly the “Queen”. She’s very smart and enjoys clicker training and performing a job. She would be amazing for someone experienced with training and managing behaviors. She’s a gorgeous girl with a lot of love to give.
Schmoolie
Schmoolie is a confident young man who loves attention. He follows you around and always wants to be a part of what you’re doing. While he can get a little too excited with so many other cats around, he comes back around quickly. This sweet boy just wants a person of his own. He can’t wait to meet you!
Tinsel
Tinsel is friendly and likes everyone. She loves to get attention and be petted, but she won’t bug you for it. Though she mostly keeps to herself, she gets along with other cats. Born around 2006, Tinsel came from a Utah animal shelter. She is a sweet old lady with big golden eyes and a tender demeanor. She’s in the twilight of her years but still very much in love with life and any attention she can get. Take her home and she will light up your life with her kind eyes and give you her full attention and care when you need a friend.
Bucky
Bucky is very shy around people, although he’s gained a lot of confidence since coming to Best Friends. He started out as one of their famous ‘rafter cats,’ but now he spends most of his time on ground level. He’ll even let you get close enough to feed him baby food out of a spoon! Bucky is good with other cats as long as they’re easygoing and don’t pick on him. He’s still young and playful. He even cuddles with one of his roommates Danette, a cute girl cat who has helped him come out of his shell. Born in 2016, he came from a California shelter. It will take Bucky time to adjust to a new home, but he’s making great progress. He’s looking for a home filled with patience, love, and treats.
Danette
Danette was timid when she first arrived at Best Friends, but she’s made a lot of progress! Formerly a ‘rafter cat,’ she now allows humans to pet her, though you may have to go to her. She’s also bonded with a male cat named Bucky, whom she snuggles with every day. Danette loves playing with all sorts of cat toys, something she didn’t do early on because she was too shy to come down from the rafters during the day. Danette was born around 2013 and came from a California shelter. She doesn’t do well with other cats if they’re aggressive, but as her bond with Bucky shows, she can get along really well with the right cat. With a patient person, she’ll continue to be less timid and more affectionate. Can you give Danette the patient, loving home she needs to fully come out of her shell?
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.
TJ
TJ is a tri-color border collie mix looking for his forever family. He’s a great dog! He is a good walker, good player, loving… a joy! Well mannered and very smart! He would be so thankful to find the right family before thanksgiving. TJ is a baby at only a year old.
Crush
Crush is a 5-month-old German Shepherd/Basenji mix. He came to RSGDogs with his mom, Nike, and his brother Crash. Unfortunately, Crush was hit by a car about a month before he was rescued and we recently found out he has a pretty bad break-in in one of his legs. He’s currently receiving medical care, and will be ready to go when he’s given the all-clear by RSQDogs vets! His broken leg barely slows him down, he loves to play, but if you sit down, he automatically becomes a lap dog, he’s so sweet!
Elaina
Elaina is a 7-month old border collie mix. She’s been through quite a lot in her short life! She was attacked by a dog when she was about 4 months old and sustained a broken jaw. After 2 surgeries, she’s now fully recovered and doing great! She was initially scared of other dogs after the attack but now loves to play with all dogs she meets. She’s also good with cats! She’s a little hesitant around strangers who reach for her head, perhaps due to all the medical treatments she received but she’s gaining confidence every day. She also has a little more practice to do getting comfortable around small children. Being very smart, Elaina loves a mental challenge and is a quick learner but overall is a silly, energetic puppy who loves to run fast, play with her toys, and then relax by your side the rest of the day!
Peach
This young, adorable, female cat, Peach, is as sweet as nectar. Her gorgeous blue eyes are imploring you to pick her. She would love to be in a home where she will be pampered. She is house-trained and would be good in a home with other cats or alone.
Maxwell
Maxwell is a sweet-natured kitten who would love to snuggle up with a human and also have some playtime. He enjoys being brushed and will shower you with kisses when you give him a can of cat food. He is house-trained and would be good in a home with other cats or alone.
Addie
Addie is ready to find a home where she will be loved and cared for. She’s been a good mama and is ready to be on her own now. She is house-trained and would be good in a home with 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.
Hank
Hank is a 2-year-old Black Lab mix. He loves to play in water and go hiking/running. He will make a great new family member. Please submit an Adoption Application and be approved for a meet and greet with him. His adoption fee is $125.
Denver
Denver is a 1 1/2-year-old Black Lab mix. He loves water, hiking, and is playful. He will be a great companion/pet for some lucky family. Please submit an Adoption Application and be approved for a meet and greet with him. His adoption fee is $125.
Griff
Griff is a 2-year-old Border Collie mix. He’s very fun, energetic, and smart. He will make a great running or hiking buddy. Please submit an Adoption Application and be approved for a meet and greet with him. His adoption fee is $125.
Casey
The PAWS Cat of the Week is beautiful Casey. Casey is a 4-year-old male Tuxedo Mix. He is a sweet soul that loves nothing more than to bask in the sunshine by a window. Many times he is overlooked because he is lying by a window relaxing. Come see Casey and see how incredibly special he is. Fill out an application online and make an appointment to meet this beautiful boy. His adoption fee is $75.
Louie
Louie is PAWS dancing cat. He is very playful and will make a wonderful pet for someone. He’s approximately 1 1/2 years old and he’s so friendly. He loves to be on the catio in the sun and gets along with other cats at PAWS. His adoption fee is $75.
Selena
Selena is a beautiful 1 ½-year-old cat and is so sweet and friendly. She was one of our mama cats this year but now she’s finished her mom duties and is ready to find her own loving family. Selena is playful and loves lap time. Come in and meet her and all the other great cats available for adoption! 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.
