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
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.
Chip
Chip is such an adorable puppy. He was born in July 2018 and was found as a stray. All Best Friends puppies are already spayed or neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, and infused with extra love and cuddles. As all puppies do Chip will need to be taught all those good things that puppies need to learn in order to grow up to be adult dogs. A puppy is a project but there’s nothing this little one would love more than to grow right up into your family.
Rella
Rella has a gorgeous coat and endearing eyes. She is shy at first, but she will make you feel very special when you earn her trust. Although she was born in 2008, she is just learning how to enjoy walks and is discovering new things in the world around her. Rella came to Best Friends from a shelter that was closing and may never have had a home of her own. She is looking for a home with someone who has the time and patience to guide her. She would also appreciate the company of a kind dog who can show her the ropes in a new home. Rella has a generous sponsor who will cover her adoption fee.
Delta
If you want a jogging buddy or hiking companion, Delta is your girl. She is always up for an adventure and loves to get out and explore with her people. Besides her endless energy, she is also very smart and a fast learner. Delta really enjoys clicker training and agility and would love to find an active home where she could learn new things. If you can tire her out, she then likes pets and affection. Born in 2017, Delta came to the Sanctuary from a Best Friends Network Partner. She is reactive to other dogs and would need to be an only dog in a home. She can be hard to handle when she sees other dogs, and she has redirected on a person while walking by another dog, but she did not break the skin. She also has a high prey drive, so she should not be around small animals, and she will guard her toys. Delta is the kind of dog who will thrive with an active and dog savvy person. In the right situation, she will make a wonderful companion.
Rooney
Rooney is shy, but once he gets used to you he will let you pet him. He plays very well with other cats. Rooney was born in 2016. He came from Arizona when his person lost his home. Rooney is looking for a stable home.
Riley
Riley is shy at first but is learning to love chin scratches and playing. He doesn’t react to other cats, just sniffs ‘hello’ and walks away. Born in 2011, he came to Best Friends from California. Riley would love to find someone who’s willing to play with him all day.
Loretta
Loretta can be shy when first meeting new people, but she is brave and she will be sweet once she gets to know you. Born in 2016, she came from a Utah animal shelter. Loretta is declawed on her front paws. There are bone fragments and they give her medication for pain. It makes her grumpy around other cats and she can get hissy if they come too close. Loretta is overweight and their vets want her to lose a few pounds before they perform corrective surgery. She is otherwise very sweet and she will give you ‘kisses’ when you pet her.
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.
Bandit
Bandit is approximately 3 to 4 months old. BAM is seeking a foster-to-adopt home for him. He is currently in a cast as his left rear leg is broken. He is all puppy and loves doing puppy things but needs to be on crate rest for the next 3 to 4 weeks. Once Bandit is neutered, he can be adopted by the family that is selected to foster him. Bandit’s adoption price will be $150. They will not place him out of the area at this time. To meet Bandit, call (435) 773-5209.
Belle
Belle is a beautiful, sweet, active and typical hound dog. She gets along well with people and dogs of all sizes but might chase cats and other small animals. They are told she is housebroken. They think she’s approximately two years old and, like all youngsters, can be absolutely wonderful and a little bit naughty all at the same time. Belle is proud of her athletic skill at the high jump and will require a 6-foot fence. Belle is not spayed yet but BAM is taking applications on her and would consider a foster-to-adopt home for her so she can get settled in her new family as soon as possible. She did ask Santa for a family for Christmas. To meet Belle, call (435) 773-5209.
Aladdin
Aladdin is a four-pound bundle of Love. He is mostly housebroken, crate trained, good with other dogs and cats. Aladdin is approximately 5 months old and will be about 5 lbs when fully grown. He would be great with older children and singles or older couples. He loves his daily walks and his chew toys. He is very loving and will snuggle on your lap and sleep through the night. He will be your best friend for many years. Aladdin’s adoption fee is $200. To see Aladdin or find out more about him, please call Aggie at (435) 773-1667.
Trio
Trio is approximately 5 years old. She is a sweet German Shepherd blend who is really a relaxed, happy dog. She likes walks, car rides, stuffed toys, bones, and people. She’s a typical GSD and can be aloof until she gets to know you. She was seen being put out of a car in California and tied to a pipe. The car drove away and did not return even though folks waited for hours for them. Trio was taken to a shelter where, because of her crippled leg and because the shelter staff said she was a senior, she was facing death. BAM pulled her and they got her to a vet. X-rays revealed no break in her leg but an old injury that caused nerve damage and now she is unable to use her left leg much and is unable to straighten it out. The vet determined amputation would not be necessary. Trio is a gorgeous, well-behaved (except for pulling a bit on the leash which can be easily corrected with training) dog. They have not seen her with children but she has not demonstrated any behavior that would cause them concern around respectful children. To meet her call J at (435) 773-5209. Her adoption fee is $125.
Louie
Louie needs a family that will love and cares for him in spite of his dementia and special needs. He has stage II Kidney failure and requires a special diet. Louie enjoys being held and sitting beside you on a couch. Louie is neutered, microchipped and fully vaccinated and meets BAM’s Senior to Senior program requirements. Are you a family that is willing to give love and be loved even if it is time limited? If so, call (435) 773-5209.
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.
Rugar
Rugar is such a love. He does well with children, cats, and other dogs. He is super cute and has a fun Jack Russell personality. This 10-year-old is still playful, loves to go on walks and would like to find a new loving home. His adoption fee is $85.
Tink
This 13-year-old Rat Terrier is such a sweetie. Tink makes a perfect lap dog and is a loyal companion. She also likes children and cats. Her adoption fee is $85.
Tuttles
Miss Tuttles is truly a beauty queen. She is plush perfection with silky soft fur. This 10-year-old girl is easy going and loving. She gets along with other cats and would make a wonderful family cat or companion. Her adoption fee is $85.
Tuffy
Tuffy is truly the cat’s pajamas. He loves attention and is very sweet, fun, and loving. He is a really handsome 6 years old. He gets along with other cats and is looking for a loving home with fun people. His adoption fee is $85.
Sweet Rose
Sweet Rose is just that, one sweet girl. She is 10 years old and all sugar. She loves to snuggle and would love to be a companion/lap kitty. Her 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.
Missy
Missy’s owner moved and did not take her with her. Missy has Pannus which is an eye disease and she is about half blind. She needs eye drops twice a day to help control the disease. She is a nice girl but needs to have an exercise and diet routine to help her with weight issues. She loves to play with toys and will fetch them. NO OTHER DOGS PLEASE. Her adoption fee is $60.
Jan
Jan was found as a stray abandoned in a box at a Walmart with three siblings. Jan is super friendly and loving. She gets along with other kittens and adult cats. She loves to play and be cuddled. Her adoption fee is $40.
Taz
Taz came to shelter with his mother (also available) when their owner moved and could not afford the pet deposit. He is a beautiful pure white cat with one blue eye and one golden eye. He is friendly but not used to all the noise and activity in the cat room. He would do better as an only cat in the home. His adoption fee is $40.
Laverne & Shirley
These girls were abandoned in an apartment. They are a bonded pair and they would love to see them adopted together. They are gentle and quiet and easily handled. They love people and each other. They are very laid back “no fuss no muss”. They have beautiful colors and fur. Their adoption fees are $40.
Cher
Cher is 5 months old. She was found as a stray. She is a little shy but loves people and playing with toys. She is friendly, easily handled, and quite the love. Her color is changing from black to a silver color. Cher has lived with Sunny for 2 months and they are an adorable pair. Her adoption fee is $40.
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.
Salem
RSQ dogs received a call about 2 weeks ago regarding a very sick dog up in Hildale. They discovered a despondent, dehydrated, very sick puppy who was diagnosed with parvo and needed emergency care. After 2 days at the veterinarians, Salem came to RSQ where a special team of volunteers cared for him throughout a 14 day quarantine period. Happily, Salem is now acting like the 5-month-old pup he is. He is sweet, friendly, full of puppy energy and deserving of a wonderful, loving home. Could it be yours?
Pumpkin
Pumpkin is a 5 to 6-month-old Shepherd mix. She has a sweet and gentle disposition and gets along with older dogs as well as RSQ Dogs+ puppies. Her coat is amazing, truly unique and beautiful. An active family household would give this little girl the love and attention she so deserves.
Colby
Colby and her brother Hunter were picked up from the Hildale impound. They are beautiful, friendly, and fun-loving. From their droopy ears to their baying howls, they are all hound. An active family would be a perfect fit for this sweet pup.
Bonnie
Bonnie came to us with burns all down her back. Yep. You heard that right! BURNS! She was also a new mother to 1 surviving newborn baby who she was a wonderful mother to. Bonnie had to endure painful surgery to cut away all of the dead and infected tissue and skin, then sew the healthy tissues back together. She had stitches all the way across her back. Although she has had a long recovery, she is really doing well now and she is ready for her own home and family! This petite little girl loves people and she is good with other cats. But she prefers a home with no dogs. If you are looking to adopt a kitty, please consider Bonnie. She’s such a sweetheart.
Macy
Macy is a GORGEOUS long hair kitten. She is playful. But she also loves to be held. Macy gets along well with other cats and she is looking for a family of her own.
