The Independent Southern Utah Adoptable Pets Guide features adoptable pets from various animal shelters throughout southern Utah. Get a new pet today!
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Toto
This sweet boy is a medium sized Doodle mix. Toto would make a great hiking buddy, and he also loves to swim. He is happy and playful. Loves toys, kids and other dogs as well. He will make the perfect addition to your family.
Shep
Shep is so ready to find his forever homes. He is still a bit shy but very friendly. Shep does have a heavy coat that will require some maintenance. A well-fenced yard is important as this breed loves to run and jump. Shep is house-trained. Those beautiful eyes tell you I will be your new best friend.
Bronco
Bronco and his brothers were surrendered by their owner. Bronco is a 12-week old hound/shepherd mix and cute as can be. Looking at his feet and current size, he will probably be a fairly large dog and active. Bronco is available as a foster to adopt once his vetting is completed.
Coral
Coral is approximately 5 years old and is very shy. Pulled from a rough situation, she is learning how to interact with people and other animals again, but once she knows you, she loves your company. Coral is house-trained and would do well in a home with other cats or alone. Are you ready to give sweet Coral a forever home?
Sydney
Mama Sydney is almost done raising her babies and is looking for her forever home. She is a small Calico. Sydney is house-trained and would be good in a home with other cats, dogs and/or children or alone.
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 a fantastic young dog. He gets along with other dogs, is good with respectful children of all ages and he’s looking for a family who will bring him into their home and love him as he will love them back. Bandit walks well on a leash, enjoys walks, hiking, and car rides.
Erik
Erik is a beautiful adult Doberman who needs an adoptive or foster home. His adoption fee is $125.
Tucker
Tucker is an energetic, playful young dog who gets along with just about everyone. He will need guidance to learn all his manners but walks well on a leash and just wants to please his human. please 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.
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.
Colby
This adorable 2-year-old Corgi mix looks like a little bear. He’s so snuggly and sweet. This medium size guy is smart, cuddly and playful. His adoption fee is $125.
Steve
When you meet Steve he greets you with a high five! This 3-year-old doll is super sweet, funny, and playful. He gets along with other dogs and is super human-friendly. His adoption fee is $125.
Luigi
Luigi is one sweetheart cat, he is a funny, playful and 3 years old. This guy comes with a bonus, his Best Pal, “Kirk”, they are a bonded pair and adore each other. These two will bring an abundance of love and laughter to any home. His adoption fee is $85.
Kirk
Kirk is one half of a whole cat…his other half is Luigi, his best friend and lifetime companion. These two are bonded, fun guys and must be adopted together. This sweet pair will bring love and laughter to any home. His adoption fee is $85.
Stormy
Stormy is a cute, cuddly 10-month-old. He is playful, loving and a real beauty. Stormy loves to give and receive attention is fine with other cats and will make a wonderful family addition. His 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.
Sparky
Sparky’s owner moved and could not take him. He is very friendly. He is easily handled and a loving little dog. He likes to snuggle and is doing well on the leash. He loves attention. His adoption fee is $60.
Blaze
Blaze was found abandoned in the desert along with two other dogs in his group and another two chi/wienies. He is very shy but is learning to trust. He does not know what a leash is so he would need a securely fenced yard. Once he is more comfortable with the leash he would be able to go for walks. His adoption fee is $60.
Kindle
Kindle was found abandoned in the desert along with two other dogs in his group and another two chi/wienies. She is very shy but is learning to trust. She does not know what a leash is so she would need a securely fenced yard. Once she is more comfortable with the leash she would be able to go for walks. Her adoption fee is $60.
Emberly
Emberly was found abandoned in the desert along with two other dogs in his group and another two chi/wienies. She is very shy but is learning to trust. She does not know what a leash is so she would need a securely fenced yard. Once she is more comfortable with the leash she would be able to go for walks. Her adoption fee is $60.
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.
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.
Vishnu
Adopt a friendly, playful, snuggly puppy! All Best Friends puppies are already spayed or neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, and infused with extra love and cuddles. They need to be taught all those good things that puppies need to learn in order to grow up to be adult dogs, of course. A puppy is a project! But there’s nothing these little ones would love more than to grow right up into your family. Vishnu was born in April 2019 and was abandoned. If you’re in love, please fill out an adoption survey and let’s get started!
Lordes
Looking for a toy-loving, people motivated dog? Lordes is working on some weight loss, but she’s ready to walk it off. She’s also willing to work for her food, as she loves food puzzles.Born in 2012, Lordes suffers from anxiety. But her house manners are good (she is housetrained and does not ask to go out at night). She also walks nicely on a leash and doesn’t react to other dogs on her strolls. Can Lordes be the canine queen in your home? As part of our Single pets adoption special, Lordes qualifies for free adoption!
Troy
Troy loves people and wants to be near them. He falls for people quickly and tends to get attached after meeting someone only once or twice. He wants to be around people so badly that he used to grab at clothing to prevent them from leaving his room, but training has resolved this. At Dogtown, Troy has learned to go to his “place” and wait patiently while someone is walking away. He knows now that they’ll always come back. Troy has been great with other dogs at the Sanctuary and loves to play with them. Born in 2015, he is very athletic. He can be jumpy and mouthy when overexcited, and he sometimes tries to grab his leash. Now, he’s learning to stay calm when he’s being leashed up so he can go on adventures. If you’re looking for a dog who’ll be happy to stay by your side for life, Troy would love to meet you.
Mesa
Young Mesa is extremely playful and friendly. She loves string toys and though she loves to play with other cats, she can be a bit competitive. Born at the end of 2016, she came from a Pennsylvania shelter. Mesa has Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV), so she’ll need to be an only kitty or live with other cats who have the virus. Mesa is a sweet girl who can run like the wind. She’ll do well in an active family.
Rain
Rain can be hesitant with new people, but it doesn’t take her long to warm up. She’s really very sweet, and you can pet her when you earn her trust. Although she does fine with other cats, she prefers her own company. Born in 2011, Rain came from a shelter in northern Utah. She is a beautiful girl who would love to have a person to call her own. It may take her some time to adjust to a new home, but once she did she would be the sweetest, most perfect companion.
Matilda
Matilda is a beautiful cat with gorgeous marking. Everyone who meets her remarks on her beautiful coat. She is an explorer who will dash out any door to see the world. She loves going outside in the stroller or walking on a harness. She can run hot and cold with both people and other cats. Sometimes she wants your attention, but only for a certain amount of time. With other felines, she can keep to herself, or chase them around. Matilda has Feline Leukemia (FeLV), so needs to be an only cat or live with other FeLV positive cats. Born in just April 2015, she is still young and has a lot of energy. They think once she matures and settles down, she’ll make a great lap cat.
