Southern Utah Adoptable Pets Guide
The Independent’s, Southern Utah Adoptable Pets Guide features adoptable pets from various animal shelters throughout southern Utah. Get a new pet 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 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.
Billy
Billy is such a handsome affectionate boy! Billy does take some time to get comfortable with his people and has some quirks when it comes to food, but with time and patience, Billy likes showing off his goofy side. With his wrinkly forehead and his perky ears, you won’t be able to get enough of this goofball! Billy loves to bring his toys to people and is happy to throw them in the air by himself. He is calm in the car and loves to go on hikes. His DNA test revealed that he’s 50% Boxer and 50% American Pit Bull Terrier. Billy can be a great exercise partner, but can also be a nice cuddle buddy! Billy would do best living with only an adult family.
Knotts
There’s nothing this gentle giant won’t do for a treat! Knotts is a big boy with lots of love to give. He’s easy-going and absolutely loves his walks, taking time to sniff every flower and hopefully get some cookies along the way. Knotts isn’t a huge fan of cuddles but would love to hang out and simply spend time with you. He loves to play with toys that are Knotts-sized and very sturdy. Give this sensitive boy a little time and he would be happy to be your new best friend!
Zion
Zion could be described as a diamond in the rough. He is a special guy and the class clown, once he knows you. He had some traumatic experiences in his past that caused him to be nervous in some situations and with new people. He is extremely food motivated and he has worked hard with his caregivers and has blossomed into who he was meant to be. He still takes a little time to trust, but once you have gained it, you are in for life. Once Zion is comfortable with his people, he enjoys walks, golf cart rides, car rides, playing with his stuffed toys, swimming in the pool at the dog park, and enjoying a good hang out session on the couch. He approaches life with boundless optimism and loves to play with his people when he is comfortable.
Mandoline
Mandoline is very chatty, and she’ll want to have a conversation with you before she’ll let you pet her. She’ll do a flirty little dance in circles, then be friendly once she’s comfortable with you. She loves to play with string toys and does well with other cats as long as they’re nice to her. Born in 2014, she came from a shelter in California. Mandoline is a pretty girl who needs a home where she feels safe. She is the classic “Caturtle,” a shy cat who comes out of her shell when given a loving home.
Miley
Miley is a beautiful girl with very distinct markings. She doesn’t know how beautiful she is, and she’s very shy with both people and other cats. Born in 2012, Miley came from a shelter in California. She won’t initiate interacting with you, but if you approach her slowly she’ll let you pet her. Quiet and scared, she will come out of her shell more quickly in a quiet home with not a lot of people or other animals.
Alexa
Alexa is a ten-year-old spitfire of a cat. very cute with a very funny personality. She does well living with other cats she doesn’t put up with bullies and shows them who’s boss. If you are looking for a head of household yet sweet and sassy cat Alexa is the one for you.
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. Note: With respect to the unprecedented situation around COVID-19, any interested adopters can complete an online application and will be contacted by the team.
Buddy
Hi, I’m Buddy. My owner can’t take care of me any longer because of his health. I’m not sure my ancestry but my owner thinks I’m part Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever (smallest retriever breed) and Irish Setter. I’m very quiet. It was 2 weeks before my owner heard me bark for the first time. I had an accident on the first day at my new home but my owner said ‘NO’ and I have been good for over 2 years. I would like a home with a doggie door since I don’t make a sound when I have to go out or come back in and will sit quietly until you notice me. I love to go on walks and should go to a home where I’ll get walked daily. I get along with other dogs and people and really enjoy going on trips. I love to be petted and have my chest and tummy scratched. My owner is giving all my things to my new owner.
Ace
Ace is a male, Shepherd mix puppy. Ace was found as a stray. He is really cute, really playful. He would be good in a home with other dogs, children, or alone.
Casper
Casper is a 9-month-old husky/terrier mix who came to RSQDogs with his sister Sabrina. He is a puppy and loves to play, but he will need some basic training to teach him manners. Casper would be good in a home with children, other dogs, or alone.
Peach
This adorable cat, Peach, is as sweet as nectar. Her gorgeous blue eyes are imploring you to pick her. She would love to be in a home where she will be pampered. She is house-trained and would be good in a home with other cats or alone.
Glory
Mine eyes have seen the Glory of the coming of an adopter. This sweet young cat, Glory, is ready to find her furever home. She has a playful disposition and will be the perfect addition to your family. She is house-trained and would be good in a home with other cats or alone.
Linus
Linus is just one of five adorable kittens from Rosa’s litter. He enjoys playing with his siblings – Woodstock, Lucy, Pig Pen, and Schroeder. They enjoy playing with their toys and wrestling with each other. Afterward, you can find them curled up together napping. Linus loves all his siblings so anyone would be a good choice to adopt with him.
Providing Animals With Support (PAWS)
PAWS Adoption Center will now be open from 12-3 Tuesday-Saturday. PAWS still require social distancing and visitors to wear masks. Please submit adoption applications to dixiepaws.org/adopt and we will arrange an appointment for approved adopters to meet in with proper social distancing and in a sanitized environment. 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 approximately 5 1/2 years old. He loves his veggies! He is okay with older children but needs to be the only pet in the home. Please submit an adoption application to be pre-approved and set up an appointment to meet him.
Nimitz
Nimitz is an 8 week old male Border Collie/Heeler mix found on the reservation. He is ready for his new home. He is a sweet and shy boy who needs a family to play with and love. To meet him, you must submit an application at dixiepaws.org/adopt and be approved first because he is in a foster home. His adoption fee is $200.
Max
Max is a large Border Collie mix. He is 10 years young. He would make a great dog for an older person since he is a calm boy who doesn’t need much exercise. He gets along with other dogs and cats. However, he will steal food from children. His adoption fee is $75.
Lima
Lima is a 1 1/2-year-old female Tabby. She is a very sweet and calm cat who gets along with most other cats. Lima is litterbox trained and is a very clean cat. Of course, she is still playful, too. Submit an adoption application and be pre-approved to meet her. Her adoption fee is $75.
Monica
Monica is an 11-year-old Tabby. Her owner could no longer care for her. She is very chill and sweet. She lived with 5 other cats so she gets along with other cats. If you’re looking for a companion kitty, please consider Monica. Her adoption fee is $50.
Reese
Reese is a 2-year-old sweetheart. This girl is one of the nicest cats. Reese is a calm loving cat. She’s vaccinated, microchipped, dewormed, and spayed. Her adoption fee is $75. Make arrangements to meet her today and see what a perfect addition to your home she would be!
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.
Celeste (aka Zola)
Celeste is a stunning nine-month-old girl. She’s very shy at first but warms up pretty quickly, especially if you have a tennis ball in your hand. Once she makes friends, she’s a total sweetheart! She doesn’t always instantly click with other dogs so she should be properly introduced to any potential playmate. She’s also house trained, knows basic commands, and is an excellent fetcher!
To find out more about Celeste, meet her and see if she’s a match for you, text, or call Julie at (435) 773-5209.
Ace
Ace is a happy, big old pup who has no idea he’s ever been injured, has recently had major surgery, and definitely doesn’t’ know that he’s supposed to have been calm and quiet while recuperating. His vet is amazed at just how well he has done so quickly! Ace has a lot of energy and will need an active home. He would love to have a nice big yard to play in, along with regular and increasing exercise to strengthen his leg. In a few months, he’ll likely want to go on hikes and long walks. In the meantime, he loves affection and he loves to play! If he has toys and balls, he can entertain himself for long periods of time. He’d love you to throw the ball, but if you’re not available, he’s perfectly capable of throwing it for himself!! He needs to learn some manners but he is a bright boy and will learn quickly. He does tend to be toy possessive so some supervision will be needed with his doggy playmates. Ace is fully vaccinated, neutered, microchipped, and ready to go to his forever home today!!! He will need an adopter with patience and one who is willing to care for him if his leg causes him issues in the future.
To find out more about Ace, meet him and see if he’s a match for you, text, or call Julie at (435) 773-5209.
King
Who doesn’t love a Chiweenie? Long and lean, King is around 5 years old and comes in at a whopping 15 lbs. He LOVES to be with people and other small dogs. This adorable little guy came to BAM scared of everything but is quickly learning that, if you have to be in a shelter, BAM is the place to be. So many nice people come to visit and give belly rubs.
King is scheduled for surgery on November 12 to remove a growth on his neck. Until then, he will be staying with us but we will be accepting applications for his adoption afterward.
If you’re interested in getting to know King, call or text Julie Tuesday through Saturday between 9:00 and 5:00 at (435) 773-5209 to arrange a meeting.
Piper
Piper is a sweet senior girl who just wants to relax and be pampered. She is on medication for a previously untreated condition called Collie Nose and needs to be guarded against too much sun. She loves gentle kids and gets along with gentle dogs. She’s a lover girl that just needs someone to love her back.
To find out more about Piper, meet her and see if she’s a match for you, text, or call Julie at (435) 773-5209.
Jack
Happy Jack is an 11-year-old love bug who’s waiting to meet his perfect human. Jack Is scheduled for surgery on November 12 to remove a couple of lumps and get his teeth cleaned so he can look his prettiest in his new home. Until then, he will be staying with BAM but they will be accepting applications for his adoption afterward.
If you’re interested in meeting Jack, drop by That BAM Place or call or text Julie Tuesday through Saturday between 9:00 and 5:00 at (435) 773-5209.
