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.
Peter
Peter is a big, goofy dog looking for a person or a family who’ll spend some quality time with him. He loves to do training and really enjoys doing activities where he can use his mind. Peter is perfect on a leash and loves walking with people. He also enjoys car rides and playing with toys.
Born in 2015, Peter is an active dog, but he doesn’t have to be doing something constantly. He’s a sunbather who really likes being outside and lounging around with people. He likes to remind everyone of his hound dog heritage by baying a big hello as people walk by. Peter does have some anxiety, especially when he is left alone. He’s been known to climb a six-foot fence and trees to escape a yard or enclosure. He lost his previous home because he kept escaping and wandering around the neighborhood. He’ll need to find a home where he can be kept safe and secure at all times.
Delaney
We aren’t sure if there is a sweeter dog than Delaney anywhere in the world. She absolutely loves you already and is such a doll that she would be happy in any home you have to offer. Delaney appreciates snacks, comfy beds and leisurely strolls.
Barley
Barley is an outgoing little fluff ball who loves to go on adventures. His short little legs and his age have never held him back! He’s always up for romping around, rolling on his back, and simply having a grand ol’ time. Barley enjoys the company of his people friends and does very well after some relationship building. He would need his potential new family to come to meet him at Dogtown to make sure it is a good fit. A couple of his all-time favorite things to do are playing fetch with a rotation of squeaky toys and get pets when he’s comfortable and ready.
Ellington
Ellington is as white as snow, with eyes resembling the big and beautiful planet Jupiter. An expert baker, he loves to make biscuits while receiving love and attention. He lets you know how much he wants more love with his tiny “mews”. A purrfect best friend and lap cat to bring home to a calm environment. Are you ready to meet your new best friend?
Dr. Mallard
Dr. Mallard has the best bedside manners! He is the kindest Doc to address all of your lap cat, furry friend needs! With a loud purr, he is happy to let you know just how much he loves being your best friend. Dr. Mallard would love to meet you! Make an appointment with him today!
Saffron
There’s no hiding it: Saffron is a true beauty. And she -will- try to hide it, at least when you first meet her. Saffy is a shy girl with gentle eyes and a good heart and is ready to find the person that will celebrate her inner and outer beauty alike.
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.
Sailor
Sailor is a 10-year-old Labrador Retriever and Rhodesian Ridgeback mix who has been living outside his whole life. He would love a family to show him what it’s like to be an inside dog and part of the family with a nice soft dog bed to spend his days! He would be good in a home with other dogs, children, or alone.
Nova
Nova is a 1-year-old Husky/Malamute mix. She came to us pregnant, and has since successfully delivered and weaned 7 beautiful puppies! All of her puppies have found their furever homes, and now it’s her turn! Nova is super sweet and playful. She’s currently in a foster home with two other dogs and a cat and doing wonderfully.
Sage
Sage is a shepherd mix and is approximately 1.5–2 years old. Sage is the most loving, sweetest girl. She takes her time to trust but, once she does, she’s the best! She is able to jump fences, so she really needs a secure yard or a plan to keep her safe when her owners are away. She is a great loving dog, who bonds quickly to her people, and is loyal to a fault. She LOVES water, and hiking, and being able to run. She would make a good hiking, running, or even biking buddy!
Clover
Clover is a beautiful, sweet cat. She would make a loving companion for a lucky person. She is a low-key girl who just wants a safe place to hang out. She would prefer to be an only cat, but might be okay with calmer feline friends. Clover is house-trained.
Chipmunk
Chipmunk and his sister Heidi are ready to be in their furever home. They are approximately 5 months old. Chipmunk is a great mix of playful and snuggle. He loves to be held and purrs away. These two will surely brighten your days and entertain you. They are house-trained and would be good in a home with other cats.
Heidi
Five-month-old Heidi and Chipmunk are ready to find their loving home. Heidi has an instantaneous purr when picked up. She loves to snuggle. They enjoy playing and exploring together. They will provide you with lots of entertainment and comfort. They are house-trained and would be good in a home with other cats.
Providing Animals With Support (PAWS)
PAWS Adoption Center is now closed again until further notice. We will be showing and adopting animals by appointment only to pre-approved adopters. Please submit adoption applications to dixiepaws.org/adopt and we will arrange an appointment for approved adopters to meet 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.
Bruno
Bruno is an 8-year-old Yellow Lab. This guy is a man’s dog! He’s looking to be a buddy and companion to a guy who has time to spend with him, he prefers not to be left alone much, he loves to go where his human goes. He will do fine in a home with other humans but if there is a loving gentleman in the home he will bond with him. He’s vaccinated, microchipped, dewormed, neutered, potty trained, great with kids, and an easy-going soul. Submit an adoption application at dixiepaws.org/adopt and we will set up a meet and greet with you and Bruno!
Blizzard
Mr. Blizzard has come a long way. He’s more confident, very loving, and learning it’s good to be a dog. He’s working on his potty training and doing well. We believe he will do best as an only dog with no children in a calm environment. This 5-year-old Chihuahua has been through a lot and is now ready to get on with his life. If you are interested in providing a loving home for Blizzard, please submit an adoption application to dixiepaws.org/adopt and we will arrange a meet and greet with you and Blizzard.
Zip
Zip is a 7-year-old Lab mix. He absolutely loves kids and toys. Zip is potty trained and knows sit and stay. He is in the prime of his life and would love to be a member of your family. Please submit an adoption application to dixiepaws.org/adopt and we will arrange a meet and greet with you and Zip.
Selena
Selena is a beautiful 1 ½-year-old cat and is so sweet and friendly. She likes to be brushed and gets along with other cats. Selena is playful and loves lap time. Submit an Adoption Application at dixiepaws.org/adopt and we will set up a time for you to meet her.
Castle and Rock
Castle and Rock are 1-year-old Orange Tabby brothers. They are sweet, cuddly, and playful. Both are vaccinated, microchipped, dewormed, and neutered. Submit an Adoption Application at dixiepaws.org/adopt and we will set up a time for you to meet the cats. You can also see PAWS cats at The Modern Pet.
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.
Grayson
Looking for a new best friend? You’ve got to meet Grayson! This beautiful brindle boy enjoys going on long walks and is good on a leash. And he LOVES a good game of tug-of-war!
Grayson would prefer to be an only dog so he can have all the attention to himself and small children make him nervous so any children should be older and respectful. But he is such a love bug that you won’t want to share him with anyone anyway!
If you are interested in meeting this little cutie, call or text Julie at (435) 773-5209 Tuesday through Saturday between 9–5 p.m.
Flaco
Flaco (pronounced Flock O) is Spanish for skinny although we’re not sure why. He is a beautiful, energetic one-year-old boy looking for someone active to give him plenty of exercise or another dog with whom he can rumble and tumble. Flaco is a bit skittish but he just got here and needs to get to know everyone. He can also jump a 4′ fence so he’ll need something taller to keep him safe.
Flaco is available LOCALLY ONLY as a foster to adopt until February 11th (he is scheduled to be neutered on February 10th), at which time his adoption can be finalized and he can be yours for keeps!
If you are interested in meeting Flaco, call or text Julie at (435) 773-5209 Tuesday through Saturday between 9–5 p.m.
Bonnie
One of eight puppies (Bonnie is the only one with a little ridge on her back), these sweethearts are well socialized and love to play with the bigger pups. They will probably be great with other dogs, kids, and maybe even cats!
Bonnie will be available LOCALLY ONLY as a foster to adopt on February 2nd. Once spayed/neutered, the adoption can be finalized and the pup will be yours forever and ever!
Meanwhile, we’re accepting applications. If you are interested in getting in a snuggle or two and getting a whiff of puppy breath, call or text Julie at (435) 773-5209 Tuesday through Saturday between 9–5 p.m.
Oso
Oso, Spanish for bear, is a rough and tumble one- to two-year-old boy who is very smart (he already knows sit and shake) and is looking for someone active to give him lots of exercise and maybe even a canine brother or sister.
Oso is available LOCALLY ONLY as a foster to adopt until February 11th (he is scheduled to be neutered on February 10th), at which time his adoption can be finalized and he can be yours forever!
If you are interested in meeting Oso, call or text Julie at (435) 773-5209 Tuesday through Saturday between 9–5 p.m.
Jubilee
Meet baby Jubilee. She’s only about eight weeks old and cute as a button! She may be a mix between border collie and pit bull…no one knows for sure but she’s smart. She already knows how to use the doggie door and is learning to go outside to potty!
Jubilee loves playing with kids, toys, other dogs, and even cats! Her favorite thing to do, however, is snuggle with her foster family. She’s smart and lovable and will soon be able to learn lots of tricks and how to walk on a leash.
Jubilee will be available LOCALLY ONLY as a foster to adopt on February 10th. Later, when she has been spayed, the adoption can be finalized and she will be yours forever!
If you are interested in checking out this adorable little girl to see if she could be your new best friend, call or text Julie at (435) 773-5209 Tuesday through Saturday between 9–5 p.m.
