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.
Sargeant Simon
It takes time to get to know him, but once you’re in his inner circle, Sargeant Simon is a sweet and goofy boy. Born in 2012, he’s wiggly and playful like a puppy and loves a good game of fetch or tug-of-war. Simon is also very smart. He excels at training and knows sit, down, shake, bow, pick up, fetch and touch (where he’ll touch his nose to your hand on cue). He’s crate and muzzle trained and has excellent leash skills. He’ll walk calmly right next to you and does not pull. Sargeant Simon has a fear of strangers. He can be reactive toward people he doesn’t know, especially when he is behind a gate or other type of barrier. He needs slow introductions in order to be successful. Simon is also picky with his doggie friends, but he is able to have play dates at the Sanctuary with those he likes. He is on medication for minor pain but is otherwise healthy. If you have the time and patience to show Simon you want to be his best friend, he would love to have you in his life.
Peter
Peter is a big, goofy dog looking for a person or a family who’ll spend some quality time with him. He loves to do training and really enjoys doing activities where he can use his mind. Peter is perfect on a leash and loves walking with people. He also enjoys car rides and playing with toys. He’s been good with all the dogs he’s met at the Sanctuary, and he likes to roll around and wrestle with them. Born in 2015, Peter is an active dog, but he doesn’t have to be doing something constantly. He’s a sunbather who really likes being outside and lounging around with people. Peter does have anxiety, especially when he is left alone. He can climb a six-foot fence and trees to escape a yard or enclosure. He lost his previous home because he kept escaping and wandering around the neighborhood. He’ll need to find a home where he can be kept safe and secure at all times.
Pike
Pike may be shy and fearful with people, but once she gets comfortable with you, she is very sweet. She’ll even seek attention and get a little goofy. Born in 2015, Pike came to the Sanctuary from a Best Friends Network Partner shelter. At Dogtown, she is working on building her confidence and social skills. She is nervous about car rides and currently needs to be picked up to get inside a vehicle. She has been nervous indoors, too, so she stays outside a lot. Although she’s a picky eater, she will guard her food as well as her toys. Pike has done well with all dogs she’s met at the Sanctuary and is playful with her doggie friends. She walks wonderfully on a leash and enjoys her walks. Pike is looking for an understanding person or family who can continue helping her build confidence and learn about the world.
Miranda
The beautiful Siamese girl with blue eyes will chirp and follow you around. She loves food and treats! She’s very social and enjoys the attention but she’s not needy she enjoys the company of people but is also fine by herself. Miranda has been attacked by other cats before, so she can be very skittish around them. She was born in 2013 and came from a shelter in Utah. She’s a very sweet and gentle cat. She’d make a great addition to a home where she felt safe.
Jamaica
Meet one of the legendary ‘rafter cats’ here at Best Friends! Cats like these make wonderful companions-from-afar. You can’t hold them or pet them–at least, not yet. But they think and feel and love, just like the rest of us. And if you give them the chance, they can be a real part of your home. They just haven’t had any experience being pets. Jamaica came to Best Friends from a Utah shelter. Born in 2012, he’s in good health, and he gets along well with other cats. Shy cats like these have always been an important part of Best Friends’ culture. They have special spirits and deep personalities. And this beautiful cat would love to be a part of your life.
Bluebell
Bluebell was born in 2006. She had a home for 11 years and was given up. She has had a hard time adjusting to life here at the Sanctuary. She’s starting to come around to people, though she seems to like men a little more than women. She will let us pet her a little, but she’s easily overstimulated. She’s not used to living with other cats and she hisses and swats at them. Bluebell has no health issues, but we have her on medication to calm her, and that is helping. She is hoping to find a gentle man to take her home and keep her forever.
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.
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 these two sweet pups.
Hunter
Hunter and his sister Colby 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 these two sweet pups.
Frankie
Frankie was wandering the hills of Enterprise before arriving at RSQ dogs. He is an absolutely gorgeous boy with the merle markings of a Great Dane and the most amazing ice blue eyes. He has a very sweet temperament and gets along with other dogs easily. He is a bit food aggressive. An active family would fit the bill for this happy go lucky pup.
Elvis
Elvis is Mr. Handsome AND Mr. Perfect! Elvis is approximately 6 months old. He loves to be held and snuggled. He is great with other cats, he is ready to go home! His sister Presley was already adopted. And now he is just waiting for his turn. You won’t find a more loving companion than Elvis!
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.
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.
CeCe
Meet CeCe, he is one smart and curious Border Collie Mix. This 2-year-old is a Real Sweetie, loveable and bouncy. He loves to be with his humans, is playful and looking for a fun household. He loves to go on walks, hikes and is an excellent runner. His adoption fee is $125.
Dixon
Dixon is hands down the cutest Beagle around! This 8-year-old is truly the best. He would make a wonderful family dog since he loves all children and humans. Dixon prefers to play with dogs his own size or smaller, but other than that he is the total package. His adoption fee is $125.
Mikey
Mikey is a really fun cat he loves to goof off with the other cats, play with his toys, or just hang out with his friends. This guy has lived with other cats, dogs, and children. He is a 2 years old DLH. His adoption fee is $75.
Ellen
Ellen is a 2-year-old grey and black Tabby. She came from a hoarding situation so she gets along with other cats. Ellen is a very sweet cat with a loving disposition. She’s playful, too. Her adoption fee is $75.
Willow
Willow is a 5-year-old sweetheart. She has been de-clawed on her front paws which makes her not want to be around other cats but with humans she is good. Willow will make an excellent companion cat and seeks a calm house where she can get plenty of love. Her adoption fee is $75.
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.
FREE holiday adoption event! Join them Friday and Saturday, November 16 and 17 at the Mesquite Animal shelter as they offer no-cost adoptions and the opportunity for you to bring home the furry love of your life. Happening only in Nevada, with the goal of emptying shelters this holiday season, they need YOU, our community, to bring your friends, visit their adoption locations, and adopt an amazing pet! The City of Mesquite Animal Shelter is one of many Nevada groups participating in this event, so to find a list of participating organizations doing pet adoptions near you, visit www.maddiespetprojectnevada.org. All adoption fees are covered by Maddie’s® Pet Project in Nevada thanks to a grant from the Dave and Cheryl Duffield Foundation. #ThanksToMaddie
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.
Wooky
Wooky is a Shepherd/Aussie mix and she is a beautiful lady. She is very shy and reserved but loves people. She does well on a leash. Wooky would benefit from a quiet home where she can get the attention she so deserves and come out of her shell. Her adoption fee is $60.
Sunny
Sunny is 5 months old. He was found as a stray. He is very outgoing and loves people and playing with toys. Sunny is friendly, easily handled, and quite the love. Sunny has lived with Cher for 2 months and they are quite the pair. His adoption fee is $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.
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.
Carmex
Carmex was caught in a trap, probably looking for food. She is a very friendly lady approximately 2–3 years old. She is easily handled, comes when called, and loves to be brushed. She had an owner, but no one has called or come looking for her, so she is waiting for a new home. Her adoption fee is $40.
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.
Lucky and Charm
Lucky and Charm are a bonded pair who will only be placed together. Charm has the most adorable face and one of our volunteers says she looks like a muppet with her blue eyes and square jaw. Lucky is about 5 years old and Charm is thought to be about 3 years old. Charm is the more outgoing of the two but Lucky also enjoys attention and being loved. They are very sweet, quiet little dogs who would enjoy being part of a family. They would be good with older, respectful children but toddlers may be too much for them. They are great with the other dogs at That BAM Place and Charm enjoys playing with the other little ones from time to time. The adoption fee for Lucky & Charm is $250. To meet them call (435) 773-5209 or stop by That BAM Place located at 44 W. State Street in Hurricane, UT.
Jasper
Jasper is just the cutest little dog. He’s shy but once he gets to know you and trust you, he is your good buddy and will come to you for affection, to be held, to sit by you, to go for a walk with you and a car ride. He’s just an all around good boy. He’s good with the other dogs here at That BAM Place and will interact with the large and small. He’s good with respectful children but he is little and could easily be hurt if children were too rough with him. At our adoption center, Jasper does not soil his kennel. He’s crate trained. His adoption fee is $150. To meet Jasper call (435) 773-5209 or stop by That BAM Place located at 44 W. State Street in Hurricane, UT.
Banana and Bonita
Children over the age of 7 will enjoy Banana and Bonita. These guinea pigs are both a little timid but quickly warm up when held. They are cute critters (they’re fairly confident about their sex) who love pellets, hay, fresh vegetables, and fruit. Cage included in the cost. Banana and Bonita are available separately or together for $15 each. Call (435) 773-5209 or stop by That BAM Place located at 44 W. State Street in Hurricane, UT.
Jon Bon Jovi
Jon has never-ending happy tail wag, loves to go for short walks, loves lap sitting and playing. He gets along with other dogs but would prefer dogs his own size or dogs that don’t play too rough. Jon is a volunteer favorite because of his happy attitude and is believed to be approximately 5 years old. Oh, did we mention that Jon love to talk–not bark. Although he can and will bark, he just loves to talk to the people around him. It’s very endearing. He is a wonderful little dog who loves interacting with his person. He’d make a great pet for adults or respectful children. Jon would not be able to physically hold his own with rambunctious children or toddlers, Jon suffered some pretty severe medical neglect at one time in his life. He had two broken rear legs and a broken pelvis. All have healed at this point but they healed without medical intervention. Jon’s left rear leg looks awful but causes him no pain and amputation is not recommended as he does use it occasionally for balance and it helps, on occasion, to support his other healed leg. Jon does not require any additional medical care for his past injuries but the vet does caution that he should be kept on the slim side and not be allowed to gain weight. His adoption fee is $125. To meet Jon, call (435) 773-5209.
Sabrina
After being hit by a car, little Sabrina spent 8 weeks in a cast while her bones healed. She’s 10 years old but loves to adventure by car, trail, or river. Snuggles are her favorite, but she’s not a couch potato. Sabrina lives with several big dogs and enjoys their company. Never once have they heard her bark. Sabrina would be great in any home but, even with her cast off, she will still need tender care until her bones are strong. Sabrina does require daily medication for an enlarged heart but nothing stops this little dog from living life to its fullest. They are still working on house training, but the process is slow due to her broken bones. Sabrina sleeps through the night without urinating and does not urinate on the carpet but will on tile. Her cast may be at fault, and now with it removed, she’ll be more agile and move more easily. To meet Sabrina or find out more about her, contact Andrea or A.J. at (612) 756-2374. Sabrina’s adoption fee is $100 and she is also eligible for their Seniors Helping Seniors Program.
