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.
JD
Poor JD lost his home when his person passed away. But the sweet senior soon found his way to an animal rescue group, and then to Best Friends. This friendly boy loves cuddling up with his people. And with his beautiful coloring and his adorable underbite, how could anyone resist? Born in 2008, JD eats soft, mashed foods because of dental disease. He’ll need to go home with a person who has quick reflexes and a watchful eye, because he will dash out a door and run off just for fun. JD gets along well with other small dogs and would be happy to share a couch or a lap. Do you have room for this adorable, snuggly boy?
Akita
Akita is a sensitive girl who can be shy and fearful of new people. It doesn’t take long to get into her good graces, however. Once you do she’s the sweetest, happiest, most fun-loving dog. Born in 2011, she’s silly, playful and active. Akita has a tendency to guard her food, and she does not do well with cats. She currently lives as a single dog at the sanctuary, and that’s what seems to make her happiest. Do you have room in your heart for a shy, sweet and sensitive girl? If so, Akita would love to meet you.
Holy Moly
Holy Moly is like a giant puppy with his zest for life. He’s silly and has a great sense of humor and a wonderful smile. He loves to snuggle and to play, and he tries really hard whenever he’s learning anything new. Although he has degenerative joint disease, medications and supplements, as well as hydrotherapy and chiropractic appointments, keep him feeling his best. Though he does tire quickly, he’s able to stay active doing agility, swimming, going for walks, playing with squeaky toys and wrestling with his doggie friends. He also loves car rides. Born in 2014, Holy Moly has some obsessive-compulsive tendencies. He has a hard time staying focused when he’s tired or excited. He has struggled in the past with grabbing his leash and shaking it vigorously while walking. Dogtown trainers and caregivers have been working with him on this and have taught him to hold a toy in his mouth instead. Holy Moly will need to go home with someone who can understand and work with him when he gets tired or frustrated. He has learned impulse control and can usually calm down quickly. He is learning to pay attention and follow many training cues. Holy Moly is an incredibly sweet boy and it’s a joy to have him as a companion and friend.
Daniel
Daniel is very friendly and will come right up to visit with you. He’s submissive with other cats and mostly keeps to himself. Born in 2007, he came from a California animal shelter. Daniel has no medical issues. He has a super quiet, almost silent meow. Daniel’s an unassuming guy who would make someone a wonderful companion.
Dalton
Dalton may be a little reserved at first, but once he gets to know you he’ll come to sit on your lap, especially if he knows you have treats for him. He loves other cats and enjoys playing and cuddling with them. Born in approximately 2014, he was abandoned. He’s in good health and is a very sweet kitty, given the time to adjust.
Boom
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 of being pets. Boom was born in 2016 and was abandoned. She’s in good health and 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.
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.
Zorro
Say hello to Zorro, a happy, smiley Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler mix, we think about 2 years old. He’s very friendly and would make a wonderful addition to a family with an active lifestyle. He’s house-trained and would be good in a home with other dogs or alone.
Sierra
What a happy, smiling face Sierra has. A young lab mix, she was surrendered by her owner after having puppies. She gets along well with people, other dogs, and she’s house trained. This lovely lab girl would make a welcome addition to any home.
Loki
Back in March, we received a call about a terrible hoarding situation in California. 30 dogs had been living unattended in a motor home. To avoid euthanasia, RSQ took in 6 of these pups. Meet Loki, a perky 13-year-young Chihuahua. He loves the great outdoors whether laying in the sun or sunflowers. He is getting more used to people & enjoying their attention and has recently gone to a foster home. With patience and love, this boy could become your best friend and most loyal companion. A second chance for a normal life is all this little guy wants.
Luigi
Adopt a sweet purring kitten! Luigi was found with his brothers Yoshi and Mario at just a few weeks old. They were bottle fed and now they’re ready to find a home of their own. Luigi would do good in a home with other cats or alone and he is house-trained.
Dusty
Handsome Dusty is about a year old & he’s looking for someone to spend his life with! He is undeniably sweet and loves everything and everyone – he is great with his humans, other cats, kids and dogs! Known for loving belly rubs, constant happy kneading, and bumping his little head on yours. If he could simply sit in your arms forever, he would. After a long scary journey, Dusty is now known as the Miracle Kitty around RSQ, who survived from the brink and is now living life to the fullest with only one eye. Come on in to meet Dusty and hear his story.
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.
Sally
If you are looking for a wonderful loving forever fur friend, Sally’s your girl. She is so adorable, and darling, she’s wise beyond her 3 years, has wonderful manners and she just shines! You can’t help but smile when you see her, and once she’s in your arms, she sure to win your heart. Her adoption fee is $125.
Pumkin
This little Pumkin needs to lose a little weight, but who doesn’t! She’s so calm and sweet, the minute she’s in your lap she gives you a kiss and settles in for snuggles. This cutie is 8 years old. Her adoption fee is $125.
Keith Urban
Keith is a sweet loving 2 ½-year-old. He is Charming, gorgeous and gives the best loves. He likes to play, gets along with other cats, and is very handsome. His adoption fee is $85.
Sophia
Sophia is a 2-year-old tabby. This sweet girl does best with other cats in her presence. All the boys have eyes for this doll. She loves to play and once she claims you as her human, you’re all hers. Her big Green eyes are stunning. This girl deserves her own home and family. Stop in and meet Sophia and see for yourself how special she is. Her adoption fee is $85.
Avalon
Avalon is the purrfect lap cat. She’s a 1-year-old girl looking for a loving home where she can be an only cat or with another cat who prefers to stick to themselves. But human love, human cuddles, and a human lap? She’s all about that! 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.
Barney
He is a SWEET boy, that loves to play with toys. Barney also enjoys going for walks and never passes up cuddle time. He is so adorable, he won’t be at the shelter long…so hurry in to visit with Barney! His adoption fee is $60.
Raider
Raider is very friendly with people and loves attention. He knows sit and shake and seems to be house trained. He is a very strong boy and would do best in a home with no small children (as he doesn’t realize how strong he is). He was an owner turn-in because he wasn’t getting along with his housemate, so he needs to be the only pet in the home. His adoption fee is $ 60.
Jade
Jade’s owner was moving and could not take her and her other house-cat Luna with her. Jade has/had beautiful silver-gray long hair. She was matted and needed a haircut so she had a spa day and is now sporting a super lion cut. She is friendly and will come to you for attention. She likes to play with toys. Her adoption fee is $40.
Feisty
Feisty is a very special older gentleman in search of a loving home to call his own. This handsome guy has some extra weight to lose and would love to find a home with a great human who will try and get him a little exercise and help him with his diet. Don’t let his size or age fool you Feisty is a sweet boy and loves to be held and brushed. He is very shy and will hide until he feels comfortable. Feisty had a spa day and was shaved. His adoption fee is $20 *senior special.
Luna
Luna’s owner was moving and could not take her and her other house-cat Jade with her. Luna is approximately 2 years old and is friendly. She loves attention and although a little shy she warms up quickly and wants attention and petting. Her adoption fee is $40.
Meg
Meg’s family could no longer keep her. She is a quiet, shy girl, approximately 4 years old. She is easily handled, very sweet, and is talkative. 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.
Fiona
Fiona is a lovely young dog, approximately 1-2 years of age. She loves to cuddle with people, plays well with friendly dogs and lost her home when she was abandoned when her folks moved away and left her with no food. Fiona and three of her puppies survived by eating the other animals that died from starvation. Five of her puppies did not survive. Though young and put through a very stressful situation with her puppies, she has done an excellent job and has remained loving and loyal to people. Her puppies are finding families that will love them forever and it’s time for Fiona to also find her ever after family. Her adoption fee is $125. They are now taking applications on her. To meet her, call (435) 773-5209.
Jade
Jade is one of the terrific adoptable dogs at That BAM Place in Hurricane, UT. You can see what a beautiful girl Jade is but she’s not just a pretty face–she knows “sit”, of course, but will listen and is keen to learn if there is a treat to be had. Jade is a young adult at approximately one-year-old. Jade knows how to use a dog door, loves to play with squeaky balls, enjoys chewing on hard bones, walks well on a leash and plays with their other dogs (large and small). BAM recently took Jade to the vet after she jumped off of something and limped. They found that she may have some arthritis in her elbow but short walks and regular play are still great exercises for her. BAM also learned there that she may have lived with cats previously as the clinic cat was practically rubbing on her with little more reaction than a sniff. If you are interested in Jade please text or call Julie at (435) 773-5209.
Oscar
Meet BAM’s handsome, adoptable Oscar!! We know. He doesn’t look poodle/springer but that’s what his DNA says. Oscar is the youngest 10 year old you’ll likely ever meet. He’s filled with seemingly boundless energy, he knows his basic commands, he gets along with other dogs and all of the people he’s had the opportunity to meet. Oscar was adopted 9 years ago and has had one family during that time. Unfortunately, they recently made a move that he was unable to make with them so he is looking for a forever family. Oscar has previously been given the opportunity to go on unaccompanied walkabouts. Because of this, he has developed the habit of going over the fence to roam. He comes with his own cable that could go in his yard but what he would like most is room to roam or a very secure yard for when he isn’t hanging out inside with his peeps. Oscar recently had a dental and a malignant tumor removed from his side which the vet believes was removed entirely. To adopt or learn more about Oscar, text or call Julie at (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.
Nellie
Nellie is an active 7-year-old basset/pit mix. She is good with other dogs (including her 3 foster sisters) and cats. She is house trained with a pet door, likes to cuddle and play tug of war. She’s a 3 ft tall counter surfer if not watched. Nellie is good on and off leash on her daily walks. She is a great walking/hiking companion and needs lots of chewable and squeaky toys. Nellie’s adoption fee is $125. To meet Nellie, contact David at (435) 862-2207.
