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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Kiki
Kiki is a pop of personality who brings a big smile to everyone who meets her! Toss her favorite toy and she will joyfully come running back to you to repeat the fun. She’s the perfect size to bring along everywhere – she loves car rides and is so ready to be your co-pilot! Kiki is chock-full of positive energy and will sit sweetly for you to channel those good vibes and recharge for your next adventure together.
Indira
This pretty girl is sweet and affectionate. Indira loves getting scritches behind the ears and under her chin. Born in the summer of 2017, she came to us from a Texas animal shelter. Indira will give you head bumps to let you know she’s ready for love and attention. She’s also ready for you to take her home!
Forest
Forest is shy with all people, but he’s starting to come out of his shell. He spends a lot of time up in the rafters but will venture down if he thinks there’s no one around. He loves treats and he’ll come closer if they’re offered. He’s even picky about cat friends, and mostly keeps to himself. Born in 2013, he came to Best Friends when his person passed away. Forest is a sweet boy who’s just looking for a quiet home where he can have his own person again.
Catina
Catina loves people and is very social. Born in September 2017, she is still young and vies for attention with other cats. Catina came from a shelter in Louisiana. She has Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV), so she’ll either need to live with other cats who have the virus or be an only kitty. Catina is extremely lovable and cuddly, and she’d love to come home with you.
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.
Rein
Rein is as cute as a button and smart. This 3-month-old boy is everything you want in a trainable puppy. He has the Heeler qualities, up for anything attitude, and good family pet. His adoption fee is $225.
Fritz
Fritz is a darling boy who likes kids and other dogs. He has good manners and is a happy go lucky kinda dog. He will make a fun addition to any family. His adoption fee is $125.
Pancake
Blueberry Pancake with sugar on top is delicious. This girl is so sweet, she’s a true doll. She loves human affection and would be fine with another cat. She is one year old with a lifetime ahead of her. Her adoption fee is $85.
Pretzel
This spicy 1 year old is gorgeous, playful, and looking for her new family. She will do best as an only cat as she loves her humans all to herself. She would do fine with a cat respectful dog. Her adoption fee is $85.
Sparky
Sparky is so sweet and lovable. This guy has a wonderful purr and is very social. He has dog and other cat tested very well. 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.
Peanut
Peanut is 10 years old. He is a nice dog but prefers humans of the female persuasion. He is house trained, does well on a leash and would make someone great company. His adoption fee is $30.
Shadow
Shadow is such a sweet dog. He has separation anxiety when left alone and does get destructive. He is house trained, has lived in a home with another dog, knows his basic commands and does well on leash. He needs a home where someone is home with him. His adoption fee is $60.
Ruby
Ruby’s owner moved and could not take her. She is approximately 8 years old and a gentle giant of a dog. She is a wonderful girl. Loves everyone she meets just not other dogs. Ruby loves keeping you company, going on short walks and lounging in the air-conditioning. She knows sit, shake, stay, down and is house-trained. She is such a sweet girl. Her adoption fee is $60.
Oliver
Oliver’s owner did not have enough time to give this young boy. He is s strong dog and full of energy. He wants to please and is eager to learn. Would do best in a home with a secure yard, no small children. He doesn’t seem to like other dogs so no other dogs, please. His adoption fee is 60.
Bowser
Bowser’s owner was moving and could not take this dog with them. He is a happy boy, knows sit, and does well on leash. He will need work with his basic training. He Is house-trained and microchipped. His adoption fee is 60.
Milo
Milo is very friendly and loves people. He will come when called. Milo wants to be the only animal in the home and is set in his ways so no other cats or dogs in the home, please. He is very easy to handle and loves getting attention. His adoption fee is a Senior Special $20.
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.
Samson
Samson does have permanent luxating patella so should be in a home that has carpet as that will make it easier for him to get around. He’s an adorable and friendly little guy who mostly wants a family and a lap and a bit of playtime. To find out more about Samson, call or text Julie at (435) 773-5209.
Rocky
Rocky is a handsome young dog, dark gray in color and approximately 3 years old. He’s very sweet and loving, and there is no place he’d rather be than in your lap. Although a bit cautious at first, he warms up quickly. He would be ok with older, respectful children but no toddlers, please. Rocky would do best in a home with another dog as he does have some separation anxiety. He knows some basic commands and enjoys trips to the dog park. He walks well on a leash and enjoys car rides. Rocky’s adoption fee is $125. To make an appointment to meet him, contact Phyllis at (435) 705-9227.
Harley
Harley is a sweet, loving, loyal young dog who gets along well with other dogs. He’s a “tweener” meaning he’s between a little dog and big dog and is the perfect size. He is good with older children but how he handles young children is unknown since they have none with whom to test him. BAM believes he would be fine with a child of any age as long as the child is respectful. He is housebroken using a doggy door, crate trained and likes to go for car rides. He still has that puppy energy and his worst habit seems to be jumping when he’s overly excited. His adoption fee is $125. To set a time to meet Harley please text or call Julie at (435) 773-5209.
Princess
Princess could have easily been named after an Egyptian pharaoh with her striking “eyeliner”. This young adult has a lot of life ahead of her and would love to find someone interested in continuing the basic obedience training she’s learning in foster care (she already knows “sit” and has mastered puppy dog eyes). She is a solid girl but not too tall and is as affectionate as she is smiley! Princess enjoys being around her people and will do best in a home without small children. Having another dog as a companion and playmate could be ideal. They aren’t completely sure what breed blend Princess is but did learn in their adoption center that she’s a skilled jumper though she hasn’t displayed the same when around baby gates in her foster home. Given her abilities, a person or family looking for a walking/hiking companion or with a tall-fenced yard for her to be outside off-leash would be best. Knowledge or experience with strong breeds would be a bonus for Princess. Contact Alison by text at (541) 936-1766 (or leave a voicemail for a call back) or email admin@becauseanimalsmatter.com if you would like to learn more or to schedule a meet and greet for you (and your dog).
Chewy
Have you been searching for a compact hiking and/or road trip buddy? Meet Chewy, an energetic 6-1/2-year-old Terrier/Schnauzer blend who loves to be ON THE GO with his favorite human(s) – either on foot or in the car! He is well behaved on a leash, with occasional lapses in judgment when cats or rabbits cross his path. He will “leave it” if you ask firmly and distract him with a treat. Speaking of treats, this little guy is extremely food motivated and has quickly mastered Sit, Down, Play Dead, Dance and Speak! Still working on Fetch and Drop It – thinks it’s more fun to make you chase him. Chewy wasn’t raised with other dogs but meets them politely and several trips to the dog park have shown him finally learning how to play with new friends. They think he would be happy living with another small dog(s). Enjoys greeting most adults. His foster mom only had him around children once and he seemed okay with them but would recommend respectful children for him only. Chewy will do best with at least one at-home human. He gets quite sad and anxious about being deserted if left alone. His preference is to share your bed but will sleep in his crate. If you know terriers, you already know he can display that true terrier stubbornness at times, but treats always help to sway him! To meet Chewy text or call Julie at (435) 773-5209. His adoption fee is $125.
