Southern Utah Pet Adoption Guide – March 8, 2024
Southern Utah Adoptable Pet Guide
ST. GEORGE, UT – March 8, 2024. The Independent’s Southern Utah, Pet Adoption Guide, features pet adoption options from various animal shelters throughout southern Utah. Give a pet a forever home, adopt 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 are up-to-date on vaccinations. If you have questions about a specific pet or the adoption process, please email adoptions@bestfriends.org, or call (435) 688-2327. If you’d like to apply to adopt one of these featured pets, search their name here then click the orange adopt link and fill out the form. Check out our current and ongoing adoption specials here.
Morton Williams, Harmon, Straub
Morton Williams, Harmon, and Straub are timid little guys who are looking for a patient home. They have not had much life experience outside of a commercial breeding kennel. They are looking for homes that will show them love and safety as well as routine and confidence building.
They all enjoy the company of other dogs their size but are still nervous when it comes to being handled by humans. They would do best in a home with a safely fenced yard since they do not walk on leash yet, as well as another canine companion to show them the ropes in a home.
If you’d like to meet one of these great dogs, please fill out an adoption application today.
Beauty
Meet Beauty, the gorgeous tortie with a love for head scratches and cuddling up in blankets. With her striking tortoiseshell coat and affectionate nature, Beauty is sure to steal your heart with her irresistible charm.
This lovely feline companion adores the sensation of gentle head scratches and revels in the warmth of cuddling up in blankets with her favorite humans. Whether she’s nestled close for a cozy nap or purring contentedly under your touch, Beauty’s presence brings comfort and joy to your home.
With Beauty around, you’ll experience the true delight of feline companionship. Get ready for endless cuddle sessions and cherished moments as you share your life with this beautiful and affectionate tortie.
Cassian
Meet Cassian, the adorable gray tabby with a chubby face and a heart full of love. With his charming chubby cheeks and sweet demeanor, Cassian is sure to capture your heart with his affectionate nature.
This lovable feline adores receiving pets and affection from his favorite humans, cherishing every moment spent cuddling up in your lap or snuggling close for warmth. With his irresistible charm and gentle disposition, he’s the perfect companion for cozy evenings and lazy days spent together.
With Cassian by your side, you’ll experience the true joy of feline companionship. Get ready for a lifetime of love, cuddles, and cherished memories with this delightful furry friend in your home.
Chickie
Meet Chickie, the fluffy tabby cat with a heart full of adventure and affection. Chickie adores exploring her surroundings and spending quality time with her human companions. With her cuddly nature and super soft fur, she’s the ultimate cuddle bug. With her charming tabby markings and fluffy coat, Chickie is a delightful feline friend.
Whether she’s curling up on your lap or joining you on an exploration of the great indoors, her presence brings comfort and joy to every moment. With Chickie by your side, you’ll experience the true delight of feline companionship. She’s ready to fill your days with endless cuddles, exciting adventures, and a lifetime of cherished memories.
RSQ
RSQ is a non-profit animal rescue in St. George, Utah. Our mission is to be a voice for the voiceless, bettering the lives of animals in Utah’s rural communities. All the animals in our care are fully vetted including spay/neuter, vaccinations, microchipped, and any medical care they may need before adoption. We are open for walk-in visitors on Thursdays, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. For more information on RSQ and our adoptable animals, please contact RSQ at (800) 897-1136 or visit rsqutah.org.
Tavi
Tavi is a gorgeous Treeing Walker Coonhound. Known to be a vocal breed, sweet Tavi definitely has plenty to say! Tavi is a happy hiker when he gets to know his people. “Trust” is something coveted by Tavi, but once you have his, he is perfection! He is friendly, affectionate, gentle, smart, curious and he’s house-trained.
This poor guy was living outside until new caretakers contacted us to give him a new lease on life. He is learning the joys of living inside and having people to love. He will need patience but will reward you with plenty of return affection. Come meet Tavi today!
Bolt
“Can Anybody Find Me Somebody to Love”? Bolt is the definition of a big bundle of love. He loves kids and longs for a family with room for him in their hearts, backyard, perhaps a doggy door, and a comfy bed. He puts himself to bed at 9 pm every night and is happy to stay there until you call him for breakfast!
Bolt has been going to doggy daycare and gets along with other dogs with proper introduction. Come see if you can make Bolt the happiest dog on earth and provide him with a safe and loving home.
Daisy
Daisy has been returned to RSQ as her previous owner was unable to care for her anymore. She is a very smart dog and full of fun but will need an experienced and committed handler to provide a loving forever home for her. She will need a home where she can be the only dog (no cats either) and one without small children.
Once she gains your trust, Daisy is a very affectionate and loving dog. She rides great in the car and is house-trained. Going on a hike or walk is her favorite activity. Her adoption will come with a high-valued, paid-for training program that will help her learn to build relationships and set her up for success in her new home. The adoption is conditioned on her new owner agreeing to be part of this training process.
Inquire with RSQ for more information on this great girl!
Saint
Saint is ready to find his furever home! This sweetie is doing great on harness training and would love a family that could safely help him thrive in his adventurous lifestyle.
Saint is friendly, affectionate, smart, playful, gentle, brave, curious, funny, house-trained, and would be good in a home with dogs or alone.
Saint is in a foster home, available to meet with application submission.
Captain
Say ahoy to Captain, the sweet and gentle cat who’s ready to set sail into your heart! Captain was rescued from the chilly outdoors and is now seeking a warm and loving forever home.
This charming feline has a soft spot for ear scratches and enjoys basking in the sun, soaking up those warm rays. Captain is a quiet and serene companion, finding solace in the company of one or two feline friends.
If you’re searching for a loving and tranquil addition to your household, Captain might just be the perfect mate. So, will you be the one to provide Captain with the safe and cozy home she’s been dreaming of?
Heidi
Meet sweet Heidi. This charming and distinguished girl is a curious observer, always keeping a watchful eye on her surroundings, be it people or other feline friends. Her observant nature makes her an intriguing and endearing companion. And while she was not named for her ability to find unique hiding places, she is quite keen at it. However, once she knows she can trust you, she will reveal her affectionate nature.
She loves attention and cuddles, but she especially loves it when you brush her luxurious coat. If you’re looking for a sweet addition to your life, Heidi is the cat you’ve been waiting for.
The City of Mesquite Animal Shelter
Please visit Mesquite Animal Shelter’s Petfinder website for a current listing and more detailed information on the animals. Mesquite Animal Shelter Petfinder or Please also check our Facebook pages for lost and found animals along with pet information at Mesquite Animal Control. We are located at 795 Hardy Way in Mesquite, Nevada. Animal Control may be reached by phone or voicemail at (702) 346-5268. Appointments will be made for you to visit an animal you are interested in adopting. All animals will be spayed or neutered prior to leaving the shelter and receive a 1-year rabies vaccination and city license. Ages are approximate.
River
River is 2 years old and is microchipped. His owner could no longer keep him.
River is HIGH ENERGY and strong. He loves people, plays with toys, knows commands sit, shake, fetch, and down.
River will need lots of exercise. He does well on a leash but does pull at first.
London
London was found as a stray wearing a harness. He is friendly and easily handled.
He does well on a leash and loves to walk and walk. He knows to sit, shake, kennel, and wait.
London is a very nice boy. He loves attention and being with people.
Rio
Rio was found as a stray. He is friendly, good on a leash, knows sit, and kennels easily.
He needs to be the ONLY DOG, as he doesn’t seem to care for the other dogs at the shelter.
He is very talkative and wants to be with people. Rio craves attention and wants to please.
Prudence
Prudence is 2 years old. She is such a sweet kitty. She has vision issues and therefore doesn’t like the other cats bothering her. She did tolerate the kittens.
She gets drops in one eye 1-2 times a day for glaucoma. We have a group that is willing to provide the medication for one year with adoption. She has been here since August 2023.
Kikibelle
Kikibelle is one of four cats left alone in an apartment with just someone to feed them. She is very, very shy, and even after over 4 months prefers to stay in a hut/tree by herself.
She needs a quiet home with someone who will give her time to get comfortable with her surroundings. She loves attention and talks but everything is on her time.
Providing Animals With Support (PAWS)
PAWS Adoption Center is now open to the public Tuesday – Saturday 11 AM–3 PM. Located at 1125 W. 1130 N. in St. George. All pets are microchipped, spayed, or neutered, and current on vaccinations. Below are the pets currently available for adoption from the shelter. Adoption applications here. For more information contact PAWS at (435) 688-9748.
Marv
Marv is a sweet, smart boy who loves walking, hiking, playing, and learning all kinds of new tricks. He is a 6-year-old Border Collie/Husky mix.
Marv is house-trained and knows some basic commands already. He is a great dog who is ready for a new home. He is neutered, de-wormed, fully vaccinated, and microchipped.
Come in and meet him soon!
Toffee
Meet 5-month-old Toffee! She is a Lab/Staffie Mix sweetheart who will steal your heart, she is beyond adorable, playful, and well-socialized kid who loves playing and cuddling. She’s available for adoption, vaccinated to date, microchipped, dewormed and spayed.
Come in and meet this fun-loving character!
Licorice
Meet 5-month-old Licorice! She is a Lab/Staffie Mix pup and is beyond adorable, playful, and well-socialized kid who loves playing and cuddling.
She’s available for adoption, vaccinated to date, microchipped, dewormed and scheduled for spay. She will make a great family member/pet.
Come in and meet her and her siblings!
Jake
Jake is a big boy weighing about 13 pounds. He is very sweet, loving, and social. He gets along with other respectful cats.
Jake would love to be adopted and go to his new home. He’s friendly and playful, too, as well as litterbox trained.
Come into the PAWS Cat Room and meet him!
Danny
Danny is a great cat who is friendly, playful, and sweet. He gets along with other cats and is litterbox trained.
Danny would make a great family pet. He loves people and cuddling. Come in and meet him… you will want to take him home with you!
Juniper
Juniper is approximately 2 years old and is a grey and white cat. She is sweet, beautiful and playful.
She had to be rehomed due to severe allergies in the home. She didn’t live with other cats or dogs but seems to be okay with the cats at PAWS. She will make a great pet or companion.
Come meet Juniper in the PAWS Cat Room!
Jackson Day Animal Rescue
Jackson Day Animal Rescue is a Utah nonprofit seeking to enhance the lives of shelter and rescue animals through adoption, medical services & community involvement. All efforts of Jackson Day Animal Rescue are run by our volunteers and the donations we receive. Our mission is to increase adoptions, assist in medical expenses, and bring awareness in our community about homeless pets.
Visit our website at JacksonDayFoundation.org. To adopt please fill out our Adoption Application here. We are always looking for volunteers and fosters! Please email us for more information at: info@jacksondayfoundation.org. Join us today!
*All of our kitties are spayed/neutered, microchipped, have 1st vaccines, and come with a free vet checkup.*
Mamma Mia
My, what big ears you have, Mamma Mia!
This 3-year-old Chihuahua mix came to us pregnant. She is in the process of weaning her 3 adorable little puppies. After she has been spayed, Mia will be looking for her fur-ever home in April.
She’s a petite little lady who loves to be held and cuddled. Because she is so small, Mia would do best in a home with older kids who are gentle with her. Don’t miss out on the chance to adopt Mamma Mia!
Chica
This little girl is Chica. She is approximately 3 months old and is the cutest thing ever!
She is currently in a foster home learning to be the very bestest pup. Chica is doing great at becoming potty and crate-trained. She is a Chihuahua mix so she won’t grow very big at all. Because she is so small, Chica would do best in a home with older kids who are gentle with her.
Chica will be spayed and current with her vaccinations and will be ready to go home with you in mid-March. Get your application in now!
Dottie
Dottie is a delightful little kitty looking for her fur-ever home with folks who will love and care for her always! She’s just five years young and is in the prime of her life! Her golden eyes will enchant you along with the pretty patterns in her fur.
Dottie is sweet and affectionate. This cutie enjoys trying to catch the red dot from a laser pointer. She’s spayed and current with her shots. She’s an all-around purr-fect kitty!
Gracie
At 9 months old, Gracie is a sweet and playful, all-around purr-fect kitty!
When she’s not busy engaging in silly kitty antics, Gracie loves to be held and petted and will purr her contentment. She is so gentle and affectionate.
Gracie has gorgeous, silky black fur with silver/grey undertones & stripes – she is absolutely stunning! This lovely little girl just wants to be a part of a family who will love her and care for her always.
Pretty little Zoey has been waiting for her fur-ever home for quite a while now. This darling is a reserved, gentle, and sweet kitty with adorable white toes! She is approximately 9 months old.
Zoey loves being with you and sleeping on your lap. She gets along with other cats and dogs, as long as proper introductions are in place.
Zoey is a precious girl who would love to find her fur-ever home where she will be loved and cherished always!
Because Animals Matter
Because Animals Matter is dedicated to reducing animal abuse and neglect 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. If you’re interested in any of our beautiful animals, submit a BAM Adoption Application and, if approved, we will contact you as soon as possible to arrange a meeting. If you don’t hear back within 7 days, please text us at (435) 773-5209.
Chickadee
Chickadee has fun playing with all the other dogs and is great with kids! She loves, loves, loves to snuggle!
At a little over a year, Chickadee has been spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated and she’s excited to begin the next phase of her life. And, beware, this little girl has a TON of energy! She would be in heaven with a playmate!
If you’re interested in Chickadee, submit a BAM Adoption Application.
Fitzgerald
Looking for a great hiking partner? Fitz is your boy!!!
Two-year-old Fitzgerald is calm, easygoing, and bonds quickly with people. He’s an absolute lover boy who rides well in the car and enjoys going for long walks. He gets along with other dogs as long as they aren’t too overwhelming. He can be a little dog-selective so he should be carefully introduced to potential playmates. He might be best as an only dog.
Fitz has already been neutered and microchipped. He’s house-trained, current on his vaccinations, and ready to go.
If you’re interested in Fitzgerald, submit a BAM Adoption Application.
Hannah
Sweet Hannah is 5-6 years old (that’s right, she’s prematurely gray and rocking the look!). She enjoys playing with other dogs her size and then snuggling down for a good cuddle.
Hannah is house-trained, knows how to use a doggie door, and walks well on a leash. Something in her past has made Hannah nervous around men and she should be introduced to them slowly. She also has something going on with her knees (luxating patella–a common condition in small and miniature breeds) and will need to be kept on glucosamine to keep her comfortable.
Hannah is available LOCALLY ONLY as foster to adopt, meaning we can only accept applications from someone in the Hurricane area (Washington County). Once she has been spayed, her adoption can be finalized and this cutie patutie will be yours forever.
After living with her family for 9 years, 10-year-old Jada was surrendered because they could no longer give her the attention she needed. Now she’s hoping to spend her golden years safe and warm and loved. She’s an absolute sweetheart.
Moose
At only five, Mr. Moose still thinks he’s a puppy!
Moose is a little ball of energy who plays well with other dogs and even gets along with cats! He craves attention and isn’t afraid to say so.
Moose is housebroken, neutered, and microchipped. He’s had ongoing issues with his eyes and ears and will need an adopter committed to keeping them healthy.
Moose is available LOCALLY ONLY as foster to-adopt, meaning we can only accept applications from someone in the Hurricane area (Washington County). Once he has a dental to make his teeth pretty, his adoption can be finalized and this little wild child will be yours forever.
Jada
Jada is crate-trained, knows how to use a doggy door, loves going for walks, and enjoys riding in the car. She’s playful and adores people. She’s good with kids and most female dogs as long as they aren’t too big and pushy. She says no thank you to cats. She knows come, sit, down, and stay.
Jada has been spayed and microchipped and is current on her vaccinations. Her doctor says she’s in good shape for a girl her age.
Sam
Sam’s family moved and couldn’t take her along. The good thing is Sam is housebroken, spayed, and is current on her vaccinations.
She is very friendly and loves playing with kids and other dogs. The not-so-good thing is she will counter-surf if allowed and chew out of boredom, so she will need an active family for stimulation to get her energy out and supervision to keep her busy and out of trouble. She’s a beautiful girl who just needs to learn some manners.
