Southern Utah Adoptable Pets Guide
Southern Utah Adoptable Pets Guide – December 31, 2022
ST. GEORGE, UT – December 31, 2022. The Independent’s Southern Utah Pet Adoption Guide features pet adoption options from various animal shelters throughout southern Utah. Open your heart and your home this holiday season by adopting a new best friend.
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 are 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.
Stickers
Stickers is a sweet and silly girl. She is deaf and responds to basic commands with hand signals such as sit and stay. She will need some time (most likely multiple interactions) to get to know you and trust you, but once you get there with her, she is affectionate. Stickers needs to be the only animal in a home where she can get lots of snuggles, treats, and play time with plenty of zoomies. If you’d like to meet Stickers, please fill out an adoption application today.
Huey
Huey is a friendly guy who enjoys being active and going for walks and hikes. He enjoys the company of other dogs, too. Although he’s a year old, Huey is still very much a puppy and will need some guidance with basic manners and indoor living. He can be nervous in new situations and would benefit from a canine role model in his new home as well as continued positive socialization. If you’d like to meet this cutie, please fill out an adoption application today.
Doppler
Doppler is a sweet guy who can be a bit shy at first. He warms up easily with patience and tasty treats. Doppler enjoys walks and spending time with people. He has coexisted with dogs here so far but has not been interested in playing or wrestling with them. Doppler is looking for a home without cats or small animals. Doppler has been on several outings and sleepovers with a local volunteer, and he really enjoys his time with her in a quiet, relaxing space. If you’re ready to meet this sweetheart, please fill out an adoption application today.
Rukavica
Are you looking to up your daily dose of laughter, cuddles, and “Aww” moments? Overrun with too many ping pong balls and no one to play with them? Rukavica is here to help! She is looking for a family to play with, purr at, snuggle with, and take up all their phone storage with pictures of her adorable face. Rukavica is ready to light up your home and enliven your life. She cannot wait to meet you!
Solo
Meet Solo! This friendly little guy enjoys the company of humans and cats alike. He is playful, sweet, and easygoing. He likes to be a part of the mix and would love a home where he can spend lots of time with his new family and maybe even some new cat friends! Will you be the lucky one to bring this sweet boy home?
Poly
Poly is a sweet, laid-back young momma cat. She takes a little time to adjust to new surroundings but once comfortable she is all purrs and snuggles. Looking to add some quiet love into your life? Poly cannot wait to meet you.
RSQ
RSQ is a non-profit animal rescue in St. George, Utah. Our mission is to be a voice for the voiceless, bettering the lives of animals in Utah’s rural communities. All the animals in our care are fully vetted including spay/neuter, vaccinations, microchiped, and any medical care they may need before adoption. We are open for walk-in visitors on Thursdays, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. For more information on RSQ and our adoptable animals, please contact RSQ at (800) 897-1136 or visit rsqutah.org.
Bernie
Look at this cute Bernie! He is about a 3-year-old Bichon Frise mix. He is potty trained and walks well on a leash. Bernie is friendly, playful, and gentle. Come meet Bernie at our Open House Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:30.
Daisy
Daisy is a very smart dog and full of fun but will need an experienced and committed handler to provide a loving forever home for her. She will need a home where she can be the only dog (no cats either) and one without small children. Once she gains your trust, Daisy is a very affectionate and loving dog. She rides great in the car and is house-trained. Going on a hike or walk is her favorite activity. Her adoption will come with a high-valued, paid-for training program that will help her learn to build relationships and set her up for success in her new home. The adoption is conditioned on her new owner agreeing to be part of this training process. Inquire with RSQ for more information on this great girl!
Jack Skellington
Meet Jack Skellington. You will fall in love with Jack’s cuddles. He is very docile and has an excellent temperament. He’s comfortable in your lap or playing outside. Shy with other dogs but warms up quickly. Jack will make the perfect companion. He is also a true survivor! Jack came to us with Parvo, has recovered completely, and is looking for his furever home!
Keasha
My name is Keasha and I’m a very friendly and pretty girl that is looking for my furever home! I love to be petted and relax in the sun and I am sure to charm you with my sweet and affectionate personality. I am house-trained and would be good in a home with other cats or alone. Please come in for a visit and adopt me today.
Luna
This lynx point beauty was left in a box outside our door. Luna is a little shy, but she does enjoy head scratches. She’s independent and enjoys afternoon naps after spending morning bird watching. She is house-trained and would be good in a home with other cats or alone.
Trinity
If you adopt me, you will have hit the trifecta! I’m beautiful, friendly, and loving. I’m aptly named Trinity. I’m independent, love watching the birds, and especially enjoy a lap to cuddle on. I love kisses, am house-trained, and would be good in a home with other cats or alone. Let’s meet up and I will triple your enjoyment.
Providing Animals With Support (PAWS)
PAWS Adoption Center is now open to the public Tuesday-Saturday 11 AM-3 PM. Located at 1125 W. 1130 N. in St. George. All pets are microchipped, spayed, or neutered, and current on vaccinations. Below are the pets currently available for adoption from the shelter. Adoption applications here. For more information contact PAWS at (435) 688-9748.
Appa
Appa is a 1-year-old double Doodle. He is shy at first but warms up with attention and treats. He’s going through training with our volunteers and doing very well. He gets along with other dogs and loves to run and play with them. Appa would love to find his forever home so come in and meet him!
Beethoven
Meet 1-year-old Beethoven, the sweetest, most gentle guy around. He’s a large Lab mix and is always happy. This kid has nice manners, is a total love bug, likes to play, go for walks, and loves humans. He is potty trained. He would love to meet you soon!
Harley
Harley is a 1-year-old female Doodle. She is friendly and playful. She gets along with other dogs and will make a great family pet. Harley is a very pretty girl who loves her walks. She is waiting to meet you so hurry and make arrangements to meet this beautiful girl today!
Davey
Say hello to Davey! Isn’t he such a handsome young man? In addition to being just the cutest, he also happens to be the sweetest! He’s a smart fella who enjoys observing and taking in his surroundings, but he also loves to follow you around, meowing, hoping that you’ll give him some love! Davey is friends with all of the PAWS kittens and is so easygoing. He would be happy in a home with other kittens or cats and loving humans. Stop by the PAWS adoption center to meet him and you’ll likely fall in love!
Amy
is the silliest little sasspot! She LOVES to play with anything that moves, and she is an especially good fly hunter. Full of seemingly endless energy, Amy will bring excitement and entertainment to your home. There is never a dull moment with this one. Smart, energetic, and motivated, she seems like the type of cat who might be open to learning some tricks! Once she’s gotten her fill of enrichment, she will settle down in your lap for a good sleepy cuddle. Come down to the PAWS adoption center to meet her! Amy will charm you with her striking good looks and her winning personality!
Triton
Triton is a wonderful kitten who has been waiting for his very own family. He is funny, social, and playful. He is a very handsome boy and will make a great addition to any family. Triton was born in May so he is considered a teenager at this point in his life. Come on into the PAWS Kitten Room and meet this great cat!
Because Animals Matter
Because Animals Matter is dedicated to reducing animal abuse and negleHe is s 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. If you’re interested in any of our beautiful animals, submit a BAM Adoption Application and, if approved, we will contact you as soon as possible to arrange a meeting. If you don’t hear back within 7 days, please text us at (435) 773-5209.
Maxwell
Eight-year-old Maxwell suddenly found himself an orphan when his owner unexpectedly died and, understandably, doesn’t like to be left alone. He’s a sweet boy who enjoys playing with other dogs but doesn’t like cats and isn’t fond of kids either.
Maxwell’s foster says he’s about 80% housebroken. She also said he is a Houdini and will hide and then try to escape. His adopter will need to keep a close eye on him so he doesn’t dash out the door. This behavior may disappear once he feels secure and comfortable in his new loving home.
Ozzy
Tiny Ozzy is only six months old and he’s housebroken, crate trained, rides well in a car, and gets along with kids, cats, and other dogs. He’s the cutest little thing ever…the perfect addition to your family this Christmas!
Ozzy will be available LOCALLY ONLY as a foster to adopt until he’s neutered on December 15th, at which time his adoption will be finalized and this sweet baby boy will be all yours forever
Frogger
Frogger is friendly, sweet, and outgoing. He’s very social and loves playing with other dogs. He even seems to get along with cats!!! He would make an awesome addition to any family!
We estimate Frogger’s age at six years because of the condition of his teeth. He is available LOCALLY ONLY as a foster to adopt until he gets a dental at which time his adoption can be finalized and this big hunk of a boy will become all yours!
Dash
Some Native American cultures believe having heterochromia (one blue eye and one brown) means one can see heaven and earth at the same time. They refer to this as having Ghost Eyes and beautiful Dash definitely has them. And if his eyes don’t melt your heart, his cute little nose will! Not only is he stunning, but he is also a total love bug who will melt right into your arms.
Dash was dumped at Parowan Gap and lived on his own for at least two weeks. One of the local families put food out for him until he became brave enough to be coaxed inside where he immediately found the couch. He was good with their kids and dogs.
Dash is young (we’re guessing six months to a year) and has a lot of energy. He likes to play with other dogs but can be enthusiastic so he’ll do best with some training. He’s afraid of loud noises and sudden movements and terrified of water from a hose. Who knows what this sweet boy went through before he was left to fend for himself. He deserves so much better.
Diamond
Eight-year-old Diamond is a gentle girl who would give anything to be in an easy-going home with someone special who will take her on leisurely walks and activities and smother her with hugs! She adores sitting in the shady grass and just being loved on.
The poor girl was rescued from a kill shelter in California and, even though she’s safe now, she’s not a fan of being kenneled and would much prefer sitting on a couch with her humans all day watching soap operas.
Diamond enjoys the company of other dogs and will gently remind those that are too playful to be respectful of her age. She’s not a grumpy old lady though–if you ever want a laugh, just get a toy out and watch her play. She steals everyone’s hearts. She has lots of love in her and just needs someone to share it with.
Roxy
Roxy needs a playmate! This girl is so affectionate, full of life, and smart, smart, smart!!! She wants nothing more than get outside and play ball, tug, you name it–she just wants to play!
Unfortunately, life changes didn’t allow pretty Roxy to stay with her family and she has to be re-homed. She’s a wonderful girl (did we mention that she’s smart?) who needs someone with an active lifestyle and time to help develop her mind. She would probably be a great agility dog, frisbee fetcher, and/or running/hiking partner. And once she’s worn you out, she’ll snuggle up to you on the couch for cuddles and cookies. (Exercise and cookies- you can’t lose!) And can you imagine gazing into those gorgeous eyes every day?
