Southern Utah Pet Adoption Guide – June 22, 2024
Southern Utah Adoptable Pet Guide
ST. GEORGE, UT – June 22, 2024. The Independent’s Southern Utah, Pet Adoption Guide, features pet adoption options from various animal shelters throughout southern Utah. Open your home to adoption 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.
Mr. Magoo
Mr. Magoo’s most distinguishing trait is his great mohawk. He’s super sweet, and loves attention, belly rubs, and crawling into laps. He’s gotten along with all the dogs he’s met at the Sanctuary and enjoys playing with them.
Mr. Magoo does guard food and high-value items. Dogtown caregivers and trainers are working on helping him overcome this tendency.
He will also be undergoing treatment for heartworm disease. Mr. Magoo was born in 2015 and came to the Sanctuary from a Best Friends No More Homeless Pets Network Partner. He’ll soon be ready to go to a loving home of his own. Could it be yours?
Romy
Just look at my squishy smile! You know I’m just as sweet as can be and I know how to make you humans laugh with my silly antics and wiggly, curly-q tail!
Come say hi! I’d love to meet you!
Torrito
Torrito is energetic, playful, athletic, and friendly with people and dogs alike! He would love to be adopted into an active family!
Fun Torrito Fact: Torrito had his DNA test done through Wisdom Panel. He’s 37.5% American Staffordshire Terrier, 25% Siberian Husky, 37.5% Breed Group-Herding, Guard, Asian.
Kepler
Kepler is a sweet lady who was adopted once before. She made her owner very happy in his final years before he tragically passed away. Now, Kepler has already learned to trust new people once again and is friendly, playful, and occasionally spicy (in a cute way) with other cats. She likes people the best and is once again looking for a very special person to take her home.
Make arrangements to meet Kepler today!
Karal
Meet Karal. Karal came in with her six kittens and did an amazing job raising them all. Her kittens have all moved out and into fur-ever homes leaving Miss. Karal here waiting.
Karal is good with other cats but, as she grew up feral, is not very much of a people-cat. She may look angry but she’s actually just very scared and timid. She would love to find a home where she could be a working outdoor cat or a home with a very patient person who could work to gain her trust over time.
She will eat Churu and treats that you give her but is still quite a spicy gal. If you think you have a good living environment for this independent woman, click Adopt Karal to fill out an interest form.
Khufu
Meet Khufu, a beautiful white kitten with bright blue eyes. This darling cuddle bug has a playful side that makes her a joy to be around. With her affectionate nature and striking appearance, Khufu is sure to bring endless love and fun to her new home.
Make arrangements to meet Khufu today!
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.
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, a 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 a safe and loving home.
Bolt does NOT like his ears messed with, missing walk time, or meeting new dogs. He can get along with other dogs but needs a proper and slow introduction.
He’s a loyal and loving boy, and even though he’s a Green Bay Packers fan, we don’t hold that against him! Bolt needs an active family to keep his weight in check because he would be a couch potato if you let him!
Slate
Meet Slate! This little guy came in with his 5 siblings. Slate has the most beautiful, smooth, soft, solid black coat. He’s a dream to pet, but also loves to play! He is very active, very smart, and learning very well.
Slate is friendly, gentle, curious, and funny. This good boy would love a home with kids or other dogs to play with.
Oakley
Meet Oakley! This little guy came in with his five siblings. They are being vetted and ready for their forever homes!
Oakley loves exploring and is very happy to lounge in fresh green grass. This happy boy is an outdoors lover, for sure! He is going to puppy training classes through the Woof Wellness Center and is doing great! This is the perfect age to get him trained to be your lifelong best friend! Oakley is playful, friendly, affectionate, gentle, and smart and would be good in a home with other dogs and/or children.
Pot Roast
Meet Pot Roast! She’s shy but curious, friendly and feisty, and really just happy to see you. She’s coy and yet spirited, well-behaved and she purrs.
Pot Roast is curious, funny, and house-trained. Her paws tiptoe and she has a gentle heart. Come in and meet Pot Roast today!
Sydney
Looking for the perfect mate? Meet gorgeous Sydney! She has patches of gorgeous orange, black, and beige all over her long cream fur. Her eyes are lined with the perfect “cat eye” liner. She’s a stunner but has a great personality too!
This sweet girl loves to sit on your lap and chat with you about her day. The total package. Don’t wait! Put in your app for sweet Sidney today!
Arlo
Introducing Arlo, the feline heartthrob with a charming personality and irresistible good looks. This young cat is brimming with spunk and independence, but what he craves most is someone to shower him with love. Arlo may be a bit shy at first, but with patience and understanding, he will become a loyal and devoted companion.
Arlo is the perfect balance of mischief and affection, with a playful spirit that will keep you entertained for hours on end. So, if you’re looking for a handsome and charismatic feline to light up your life, look no further than Arlo. Come and meet him today and prepare to fall head over heels in love!
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.
Martini
Martini is a 12-year-old senior Chihuahua dog. She is very friendly and loves being around people, and she is looking for a home to spend her time relaxing and being loved.
Martini has a history of seizures and is on medication twice a day. Unfortunately, her medication is expensive. She takes her pill with a bite of food with no problem. She recently had blood work done.
Do you have a special heart and home to welcome Martini with open arms? If so, please reach out to us.
Delilah
Delilah is just five months old. Her previous owner could not keep her. She is a shy girl, but loves being around people playing with toys, and just snuggling for attention. She has Merle coloration.
Delilah is looking for her furever family. Could it be you?
Willow
Willow is eight months old and has a wonderful doggy personality. She loves people toys, and just chilling out with her volunteer friends. She will need basic training, but she’s very attentive to your commands.
Make arrangements to meet Willow today!
Lily
Lily’s owner could no longer keep her so she is looking for her furever home. She has Beautiful colors and blue eyes. She is talkative and loves being with people, but not happy with the other cats in the room. She is an independent.
Pepsi
Pepsi is a male, black, guinea pig. He is small-sized and easily handled.
Fannie
Fannie is a male, black, guinea pig. and easily handled.
*Soft and Furry ($15 Each)
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.
Andy
Meet 7-month-old Andy! He’s a Lab/Border Collie Mix pup and is beyond adorable. He is a well-socialized kid who loves playing and cuddling. He gets along with other dogs and loves all humans. He’s ready to go home with his new family. He’s smart and will be able to learn quickly.
Come in and meet him and his siblings in the PAWS Dog Room!
GI Joe
GI Joe is the sweetest, goofiest guy! Joe is seven months old and is a very smart boy. He does great with training and walks like a champ on a leash.
Joe is always ready to play and loves other dogs and people of all ages! He loves hiking and playing in his doggy pool at PAWS.
Ken
Ken is approximately seven months old and is a Lab/Border Collie mix. He is a wonderful energetic and loving puppy. He gets along with everyone and everything at this stage of his life. He will do well with training and is very smart. He has all of his vaccinations and is neutered.
Come in and meet Ken and his siblings!
Angie
Angie is not only beautiful, but she’s also as sweet as they come. This loving girl is good with other cats, loves all humans, and will be the perfect addition to her new family. She is a petite 2-year-old with gorgeous fur. She will mesmerize you with her brilliant green eyes. You need to meet this one before someone else scoops her up!
Robbi
Robbi is a 1-year-old female orange Tabby. In case you didn’t know, most orange Tabby cats are male so she is very special. She’s a very sweet girl and loves to get attention. She had a broken wrist when she first arrived at PAWS but has gone through rehab and is walking well now. She will be a wonderful pet once she’s in your home.
This girl is ready to be adopted so come in and meet her. She could be the cat you’ve been looking for!
Bella
Bella is a 2-year-old female and is the Bell of the Ball! This petite, loving cat could not be sweeter. She is a playful, cuddly cat who loves human affection. She will be a wonderful pet for some lucky family or person. She is microchipped, spayed, vaccinated, and dewormed. She is also litterbox trained.
You should make a trip to PAWS to meet her. Say hi to Bella when you get here!
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.*
Jasper
Jasper is an energetic, 3-year-old who is eager to please, well-behaved, and needs to be in a home with older children and active people. He weighs about 50 pounds.
Jasper is crate-trained and knows lots of commands. He likes to be out on the water and to play in the water, and he loves to go for walks.
Although he is crate trained, he likes to be with his human and sleep in their bed at night (awwww! ). Jasper is house-trained.
He got along just fine with a kitty as a housemate, and he was friends with a chicken. Jasper is currently working with a trainer to help him be the very best dog he can be!
This sweetheart is neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped. Jasper is a very handsome boy who would love to find his fur-ever family!
Jet
Jet is a big goofball who thinks he’s a lap dog!
Seriously, this guy likes to ham it up. He loves everyone he meets! He’s playful, handsome, smart, and will give you all of his love and then some! He is just about 1 year 4 months old and weighs around 60 pounds.
Jet is the perfect dog for an active, energetic person or family who will include him in all of their excursions. Loyal and oh-so-loving, Jet would love to be part of a family who will love and cherish him always.
Izzy
Sweet senior Shih Tzu, Izzy, is a darling little girl who loves attention!
For the last several years, no one had the time to even take her outside to potty. Izzy is now with her wonderful foster and is learning how good life can be once again. She enjoys going out on walks and is so happy to go outside! She likes playing with her toys, and Izzy does well with other dogs when properly introduced.
Izzy loves everyone she meets. She would do great in a home with older kids who are gentle and respectful. She’s a wonderful little girl with so much love to give and lots of life to live!
Nona
Nona is a 1-year-old mixed-breed girl whose smile is as bright as the sun!
This happy pup is potty trained and gets along great with others. Nona is just the right size; at about 25 pounds, she isn’t too big and she’s not too small.
This beauty has the softest fur and a tail that doesn’t stop wagging. In addition, she has lovely blond eyelashes that frame her deep brown eyes! A few of her favorite pastimes are chasing bugs and perfecting her lap-dog cuddles. She loves everyone she meets!
Nona will be the sweetest companion ever for a very lucky person or family!
Sammie
Sammie is an adorable little gentleman. His salt-and-pepper fur and quiet demeanor make him appear older, but don’t be fooled! Sammie is only about 6 years old and he has many quality years of life ahead of him! Sammie weighs around 10 pounds and is a perfect blend of small dogs!
Sammie is initially timid but once he warms up, he is so sweet and silly! He really is the bestest boy.
He’s potty trained and does well on leash. He enjoys a good snuggle. A quiet home would work best for him.
It’s sweet Sammie’s turn to be loved and taught that life can be good!
Shadow
Shadow is a 10-pound, 1-year-old male looking for his forever home. He is a Poodle, Maltese, and Yorkie mix. Although he is young and full of happy energy, he does NOT participate in the usual puppy issues such as chewing shoes, wires, etc.
We are currently working on house training and basic commands such as “sit”, “stay” and “come”. He obeys “no”. At this point, he will not retrieve a ball for his foster Mom but is always willing to play.
Shadow is up to date on shots and neutered. He gets along very well with other dogs but has not been cat-tested. He is willing to sleep on your bed or in his crate.
Initially, he is shy and a bit fearful, but within 24 hours he will be your best buddy.
Shadow is aptly named as he loves to be with his special person.
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.
Tramp
Can there be a better boy than Tramp?
What a cutie four-year-old Tramp is with his frosty face and charming personality. He really is just as sweet as a boy can be! He’s great with kids, cats, and other dogs and bonds quickly with everyone he meets. He’s the perfect mid-size pup.
Tramp is neutered, microchipped, housebroken, and current on his vaccinations. He loves to be walked, brushed, and loved on. He’s always happy!
Sadie
Sweet Sadie came to us so scared. She’s still shy but is gaining confidence and really coming out of her shell.
Sadie loves to play with other dogs. She would probably be good with cats and respectful children but she’ll need a patient family who is willing to love her on her terms until she feels comfortable. Once she trusts you, she will be your very best friend.
Sadie has been spayed, is house-trained, and is up to date on her vaccinations. She really is the nicest girl and adores being petted and loved on.
Tater
Tater is about 1-1/2. He has already been neutered, and microchipped, and is current on his vaccinations. He’s a wonderful boy who just wants love and security and will give it back to you in spades if given ½ a chance.
Tater needs some stability in his life. He’s been passed around from one home to another but no one has ever been a family to him. He’s a fun boy who likes to talk and play. He’s good with other dogs and adores his people. If you need someone to protect your family while being a total couch potato, he’s your boy.
Jenga
What a happy girl pretty Jenga is but … she would be even happier with a home of her own.
Jenga is such a sweetheart. We’re guessing she’s approximately two years old. She loves to romp with the other dogs and adores kids, although she might get a bit too excited for little ones.
She is spayed, housebroken, microchipped, and up to date on her vaccinations.
Kit Kat
Kit Kat is a gorgeous young girl who adores snuggling and will melt into your arms for hours. She’s very friendly and gets along with both cats and dogs. Although she hasn’t been around children yet, she should be great with gentle kids as well.
She loves clean, soft blankets and a quiet place for a little alone time.
