The Independent Southern Utah Adoptable Pets Guide features adoptable pets from various animal shelters throughout southern Utah. Get a new pet today!
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.
Ringo
Ringo is your typical sweet, mischievous, 10-week old puppy. He’s smart, fun, loves to play. He will get into things he shouldn’t but will grow up with the proper education to be a fantastic dog. Ringo might need a refresher when he moves into a home but he does know how to use the doggy door at That BAM Place. Ringo is looking for a foster-to-adopt home with the adoption finalizing when he is neutered. He will only be placed locally in order to assure he keeps his neuter appointment. His adoption fee is $150. To find out more about Ringo, contact by text or phone, Julie at (435) 773-5209.
Ruby
This is one darling little Beagle. If you love Beagles, you’ll love Ruby. Still such a sweet girl … even after her trauma. She was injured when she fell from a car (Ruby should always be seat belted!) when she stood up to look out the window and rolled down the automatic window. Her belly and paws were horribly burned when she skidded along the pavement. She’s been in foster care recovering for a while but is looking for a family now. She does still need to have her paws seen by the vet and wrapped for a while longer. For that reason, she’s looking for a foster-to -adopt family. In other words, the family will be a foster family until her final vet check and then will become her adoptive family. To find out more about Ruby, text or call Julie at (435) 773-5209. Ruby’s adoption fee is $125.
Abbey
Abbey joined the BAM family with her own family in tow — see our foster-to-adopt boys Paul and Ringo — but is now ready to put that life behind her. This looker is also a smarty pants. Abbey will roll over like it’s a party trick: she’s so excited to show it off and get praise or a treat in return. Abbey is also house-trained and knows to “kennel up” at BAM’s adoption center when it’s time for the volunteers to leave. She enjoys spending time with other dogs but she’s a big strong girl so they would want to introduce your dog(s) to her before finalizing an adoption to best ensure success. Abbey loves to play fetch and enjoys chew bones and toys in general — you just have to make sure she doesn’t destroy them unless that’s allowed. If you’re looking to add an eager-to-please, smart and fun-loving dog to your life please call or text Julie at (435) 773-5209 to arrange to meet Abbey. Her adoption fee is $125.
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 okay 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).
Best Friends Animal Sanctuary
Booh
Booh will seek out your attention by meowing, purring loudly and tapping you on the shoulder. She’s not so friendly with other cats and will hiss and swat them away. Born around 2006, she came from a California shelter. Booh was not so friendly when she first arrived here, but we helped her out with some medical and dental issues and she’s now sweeter and happier than ever. The only thing better would be a home of her own.
RSQ Dogs+
Say hello to Tiny Dancer (just Tiny works fine). She came to us as her owner could no longer care for her. She is a sweet little Chug (Chihuahua and Pug) who dances in circles when excited. A forever home and someone she can dance for is all Tiny needs.
Bucky
Bucky came to RSQ Dogs from the Hildale impound. He still has some puppyish traits, so they think he is under a year old. He has a sweet personality, is good on a leash and gets along with other dogs. He is a nice, medium-sized dog, not too big or strong and he loves kids. Labs make loyal forever companions come give Bucky a look.
Oakland
Oakland and her three adorable puppies arrived about 2 weeks ago. She is happy, friendly, and hound-like in every way. If you love those big floppy ears and that unforgettable whoo-whoo, get in and give Oakland a look.
Carlos
Carlos would absolutely love a quiet calm home that would allow him to come out of his shell a bit! He is shy upon first meeting him, but once he knows you, he loves you.
Aires
Aires came to RSQ Dogs+ with his brother Leo as kittens. He is a very sweet orange tabby cat. He has beautiful eyes. He is litter box trained and is patiently waiting for his home.
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.
Spike
Spike will wiggle his way right into your heart. This superhuman and dog-friendly dog is a great guy. His adoption fee is $125.
Friend
Friend is a 6-year-old Chihuahua who loves life. She gets along with other dogs and bond quickly to her humans. Her adoption fee is $125.
Avalon
Avalon is the purrfect lap cat. She’s a 1-year-old girl looking for a loving home where she can be an only cat or with another cat who prefers to stick to themselves. But human love, human cuddles, and a human lap? She’s all about that! Her adoption fee is $85.
Harry
This 6-year-old boy is a volunteer favorite. They all love him. His beautiful to look at, a calm guy, he lives with other cats and he’s simply adorable. He likes his alone time but never passes up the opportunity for loves and a good conversation. Stop by PAWS to meet this adorable Orange Tabby. His adoption fee is $25.
Leo
Leo is 3 years old, he gets along with kids and would like a playful cat to be buddies with, and we believe he would do fine with dogs. His adoption fee is $25.
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.
Dixie and Dot
Bonded pair of young ladies. They are sweet as can be and love being with each other and with people. They do well on a leash. Playing with toys and snuggling are their favorite pastimes. Their adoption fee is $60 each.
Huey
Huey was a stray. He is an energetic male that is very playful. Huey knows basic commands (sit, shake, and lay down). He can jump/climb fences to go exploring and visiting so you would need a secure yard. He gets along well with the other dogs. 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.
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.
Sophie
Sophie was found in a local neighborhood. She has beautiful bright blue eyes and chocolate point markings although she has white paws and chest. She loves attention and being petted but is not fond of being around the other cats. Her adoption fee is $40.
Rose
Rose came to the shelter with 4 kittens. She is a wonderful mother and gave all her attention to her babies. She needs to gain some weight and have some time to relax. She is very friendly. All of her babies are still available for adoption too. Her adoption fee is $40.
