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 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.
Sasha
Sasha is so pretty that people would gladly line up to meet her, but she’s quite shy with strangers at first. She does best with adults she knows and trusts, and she enjoys being around those in her inner circle. Sasha was born in 2011. She currently lives in a foster home with a Best Friends animal behavior consultant and will need to find a special home with a mature and dog-savvy person who can continue working with her. Since she has shown aggression toward other dogs and cats, Sasha cannot live with other animals. She gets anxious when she is left alone. She will jump fences, and may even chew through them. She is able to break out of crates as well. Sasha likes to play with toys and go for walks. She is looking for a home where she’ll be safe and secure and where the right person will love and care for her.
Tonya
If you ever wanted a dog that resembled a polar bear, Tonya is the perfect dog for you. With her off white coat, large size, and short tail she is a true polar bear look-a-like. Tonya has a heart for adventure and exploring. She loves hiking and anything involving water. When at home Tonya truly enjoys being around people and cuddling. She’ll happily share her bed and blankets for mid-day nap whenever you want. Tonya enjoys making new friends, both human and canine. Where Tonya does love walks, hiking, and supervised play dates with other dogs, she does need to be an only dog in her home due to her resource guarding behavior from other dogs, but she’ll make sure she gives you plenty of love in return. Tonya loves to learn to do new things and is an expert at solving food puzzles and giving five. She is a sleepover favorite at the sanctuary and does well in a home environment; she even works 2 days a week as an office dog in our accounting department! If you are looking for a new four-legged best friend who will happily accompany you anywhere, Tonya is the dog for you.
Pilsner
Pilsner couldn’t be more excited about life. He’s a playful and energetic guy who likes to stay active and learn new things. Born in 2014, his tail is always wagging and his body is always wiggling. He loves to play fetch with his football, to go for walks and to be read to. Most of all he loves to be by his person’s side. In warmer months, you can almost always find him playing in his kiddie pool. His antics are sure to keep you smiling! Pilsner does have some sensitivity when it comes to handling, especially around his feet and his mouth. He’s also a bit picky with his doggie friends and doesn’t play well with small dogs. He’d be the perfect companion for an active person seeking an adventure partner. Pilsner’s adoption fees are sponsored by a generous donor.
Suki
This laidback, pretty girl is Miss Congeniality with other kitties. But she’s shy around people and much prefers the company of cats. Born in 2010, Suki is in good health. She came to the Sanctuary when a kind couple who rescue strays had to move. Suki mostly stays out of sight and asks for very little. But she loves treats! When she sees that treats are being handed out, she’ll jump to her favorite perch and meow in the cutest voice. She would be so grateful for a safe place to live with other cats to be her friends.
Clark
Born in 2009, Clark loves head-scratches, chasing a laser light and mealtime. When he arrived at Best Friends in 2014 Clark was very shy and scared but he slowly gained confidence, especially after we moved him into a building with fewer cats. Now Clark is settled in, happy and has been found cuddling with one of his feline friends many times. Clark also has an adorable little chirp noise he makes whenever he is hungry or seeking some affection. This healthy, independent, sweet, handsome boy is looking for a quiet home to live out his senior years.
Moira
Moira is loving and curious. She likes to be petted but doesn’t like to be picked up. She loves other cats and is very playful. Best Friends estimate she was born in 2012; she came from a hoarding situation. She has medium length fur and doesn’t really like to be brushed. She may get used to it, or she might need professional grooming. Moira is a young girl who is ready to have a forever home. Moira is a Caturtle, also known as a shy cat who comes out of their shell in a home.
RSQ Dogs+
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.
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.
Chico
Chico is an easy-going dude, this 5-year-old Bulldog has excellent manners, loves to go on walks and play. He has been hassled by young children and prefers a home without any youngsters. He is cat and dog-friendly.
Paisley
Paisley is a 2-year-old mixed breed and a genuine sweetheart. This girl is loving, playful and smart. She loves to give hugs by standing on her back legs and putting her paws around your waist. This med-high energy girl would do well with an active person or older respectful children. She knows some of her commands, walks well on a leash and appears house trained. Paisley is good with other dogs and appears to be afraid of cats. Her adoption fee is $125.
Phillip
Phillip is social, loving, and playful. This loveable 3-year-old is ready for his new family and gets along well with other cats. All adult cat adoption fees have been paid by a kind benefactor.
Roxanne
Roxanne is the sweetest softest cat in town. This chill girl will make a wonderful lap cat, playful mate, interesting conversationalist and all-around great cat companion. Her adoption fee is currently free due to a kind benefactor paying her fee.
Randi
Randi is the class clown. This girl is, playful, lively and sweet. This 4-year-old cuddle bunny loves attention and loves to sit on a lap. Her adoption fee is currently free due to a kind benefactor paying her fee.
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.
Harper
Harper was found as stray. He is a friendly boy who loves to play with toys and be with people. He will need to learn basic manners and commands. He is currently learning to walk on a leash. His adoption fee is $60.
Lotus
Lotus came to the shelter after being found in the desert with three siblings. He is friendly and loves being with people. Lotus is learning to walk on a leash and to play with toys. He knows sit. He would do best in a home as the only dog. is approximately 9 months old. He will need high secure fencing as he likes to explore. His adoption fee is $60.
Max
He is a sweet boy, that enjoys walks, and loves to play with his toys. He is a big boy, so a home with a fenced yard where he can run around would be best. He is approximately 3 years old and is very active. He bonds quickly and does not like being alone. His adoption fee is $60.
Linus, Schroeder, and Peppermint Pattie
The Peanuts Gang of 4 (one has been adopted) were found abandoned at under 2 months of age and are now 4 months old. They have lived in a foster home for 2 months and are very well socialized. They love to play and cuddle. They purr all the time and give kisses. Their adoption fee is $40 each.
Katie
Katie is a 10 month old kitten. She likes to play with toys and snuggle. Katie is used to other cats and kittens being around her. She is also microchipped. 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.
Cole and Jake
Cole is a black/white terrier blend and Jake is a white terrier blend and they are looking for an adoptive home together. They lived together in their previous home and look to each other for comfort and support. Jake & Cole are housebroken, crate trained, love car rides, love walks, and love lap sitting. They have been through a lot lately and aren’t comfortable yet showing their true personalities but they do a lot of tail wagging and Jake will sometimes talk to you. Jake is the more outgoing of the two and Cole is a bit timid. For this reason, BAM will not place with young children but they expect they would be fine with respectful, older kids. Jake is 10 years old and Cole is 8 years old. These dogs are easy keepers and would be good for a first-time dog owner as well as folks who have more experience. To meet them, contact J at (435) 272-2734 or write to J@BAMutah.com.
Jasper
Jasper is a 1-1/2-year-old terrier blend with the sweetest disposition ever. He loves to play with other dogs and with humans as well. He is a high energy little guy and would enjoy walks, hiking, and play with his human. Jasper knows how to use a dog door. Jasper will be neutered on February 20. He is available LOCALLY ONLY as a foster to adopt with adoption to be finalized after his neuter. To find out more about Jasper, meet him and see if he’s a match for you, text or call Julie at (435) 773-5209.
Lily
Lily is a beautiful 3-year-old girl who came to BAM with a brand new litter of puppies. Now that they’ve found their homes and she has been spayed, she is looking forward to finding a home of her very own. Lily is an oversized lap dog and she’s happy to climb on yours if she’s allowed! She loves to go for walks and is happy to “sit” or “down” for you…if you have a treat for her. She loves her toys and will hoard them. Lily is great with small dogs and will make friends with bigger dogs that don’t try to dominate her. A meet with potential dog siblings prior to adoption is best. She is fully house trained and knows how to use a dog door. To find out more about Lily text or call Julie at (435) 773-5209.
Tibby
Tibby is the sweetest 9-year old black and tan Miniature Pinscher blend who’s just looking for a warm lap to snuggle in. Tibby is housebroken and knows how to use a dog door. She likes to go for walks and car rides. Although she hasn’t met a two-legged stranger she doesn’t love, she isn’t a big fan of big dogs. She is good with smaller dogs and may make friends with a bigger, friendly dog. She is said to be good with children and with cats. To find out more about Tibby, meet her and see if she’s a match for you, text or call Julie at (435) 773-5209.
Missy
Missy is a gorgeous blue Cane Corso/Pit blend who was very reserved when she first joined BAM but has begun to come out of her shell in foster care. They are sure this means that an adoptive home would get to see even more of her personality shine. Missy would love a person or family that she didn’t have to share with another dog. However, it may just be that she prefers to be the only girl dog in the home, so if you have a male dog and would like to introduce them, BAM can facilitate that. Missy might look tough but deep down she is just a softy that loves to give kisses and cuddles. She also loves to go on walks and car rides and gets a little sad when you leave her behind. She is very choosy on who her furry house companions are because she likes a lot of love so she does best being the only dog. However, she doesn’t mind other dogs visiting. Missy is 100% potty trained and would be best with older children because she needs a quiet environment. She is a wonderful dog who will be a great addition to someone’s family. Missy is a medium dog with a lot of muscle, so she would be a good exercise companion and it would help her stay fit too. To find out more about Missy text or call Julie at (435) 773-5209. Missy’s adoption fee is $125.
