Southern Utah Adoptable Pets Guide
ST. GEORGE, UT – 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.
Riff Raff
Who’s ready for adventurous boy! If you are ready for hikes, exploring new places, and taking time to smell the roses, I can’t wait to meet you! I’m Riff Raff! I love to cuddle with my family. One of my favorite games is to play hide-and-seek with my favorite toys in the house. Toys are the best, especially if they squeak! Come meet me today.
Gunner
Meet Gunner! This boy loves his toys and all things soft. You can catch him napping in a pile of fluffy blankets with his teddy in his arms. He will also love to find a pool of his own to spend the day spashing around!
Gunner would do best in an adult only home and as your only love too. He just wants to be the only spoiled pet in your family. Gunner has great manners, he know sit, down, shake. He is eager to learn and loves training. He also makes for a great hiking and walking friend! Adventure is his middle name!
Contact out Adoptions Team today to see if Gunner is a good fit for your home!
Big Boi
Big Boi could have been called Good Boy for how gentle and well-behaved he is! He’s friendly with people and absolutely adores attention and cuddles. He also loves toys. He’s the perfect companion who can chill on the couch for hours or go for a good long hike! Come meet sweet Big Boi today!
Thresher
Thresher is an adorable, playful young boy who will bounce his way right into your heart. He is looking for his forever home where his humans will keep him entertained with lots of toys and he will get lots of attention. He can join a home with other cats or dogs with a proper introduction. What are you waiting for, Thresher is ready to meet you today!
Ruby
Ruby is a beautiful well-rounded lady who grew up in a family home and is taking her time adjusting to his new environment. She is said to steal the show and is very outgoing. She would thrive in a patient home where she can adjust at her own pace and know that she is the queen of the house! Come meet Ruby and all of her fluffy glory.
Circe
Circe is a wonderful kitten who likes to play with her siblings and sleep in the sun. She also enjoys watching the ravens and turkeys outside her catio, and one day hopes to become an ornithologist. Come meet this scientific superstar 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, microchip, 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.
Cricket
Cricket suffered injuries after getting tangled in some kind of fence. His owners surrendered him as they could not provide the necessary care. He’s healed nicely and is anxious to be back in a home. Cricket appears to be housebroken as his kennel is clean between volunteer shifts. He’s playful, energetic, and sweet as can be. He does well with basic commands and walking on a leash but will need additional training. Cricket would love a family who will play with him and take him on hikes. This breed, Border Collie & Australian Shepherd mix, likes to be active. Cricket is house-trained and would be good in a home with other dogs or alone.
Sammy
Sammy is a 1 ½-year-old Pit Bull Terrier and Labrador Retriever mix. She is very sweet and playful. Sammy will need some training. She is eager to please. She is hoping an adventurous family adopts her. Could that be your family?
Archie
Archie is a young red heeler/cattle dog. He is very loving and playful and enjoys playing with other dogs and people. He’s a good walker and will need someone to patiently train him. Archie needs an active family as his breed is one that needs play and exercise.
Badger
This handsome young cat is eagerly awaiting his furever home. Badger is delightfully playful. He loves toys and head scratches. He is affectionate and loves kisses. He will certainly bring joy and laughter to your home. And he is house-trained.
Mystery
This tiny girl’s past is a mystery and that’s why she was named Mystery. The people who surrendered her let us know she had suffered and survived horrible abuse. We think she’s middle aged, but she has no teeth at all. She will mostly need a can food diet. We took her to the ER where x-rays revealed she had broken ribs and most of the organs which should be in her lower abdomen were now surrounding her lungs and heart in her chest cavity. She survived a lifesaving surgery and recovered in a loving medically experienced foster home. She is now ready for a quiet loving home which will spoil her rotten. Mystery deserves to receive royal treatment. She will be the perfect lap cat. Will your home be the solution for Mystery? She is house-trained and would be good in a home with other cats or alone.
Mike
It’s so hard to believe that Mike’s owners moved and left him behind. He is a very lovable cat and longs to be with a family again. He’s independent but also enjoys a good head scratch. Afterwards, you will be rewarded with a hug. Mike is house-trained and would be good in a home with other cats or alone.
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. We do require masks at our facility.
Hunter
Hunter is a Black Lab mix who loves hiking and swimming. He loves children, too. He will be a great companion. He gets along with other dogs and loves to play. He is almost 2 years old. Please come and meet this sweet boy who just wants a family for Christmas.
Jax
Jax is a 7-month-old German Shepherd/Great Dane mix, blue merle color. He is ready to go home with the right family. He is playful and will make a great family pet. He is a big boy so we’re looking for someone with experience with larger dogs. He could use some training and is a fast learner.
Sarge
Meet Sarge, an 8-month-old Lab mix pup. This guy is energetic, fun, and playful. He’s lived with a cat. He’s a puppy with puppy needs; training loves, cuddles, walks, and hikes. This boy will become your best friend and with the proper training, he will make a great family dog. He is ready to go home now. He is currently in foster and can only be met by appointment with approved adopters. Be sure to submit an application so you can meet this great dog!
Tillie
Hi I’m Tillie, I’m a sweet young cat, less than a year old. Once I get to know you, I’ll come running when you call my name and you will never be lonely when I am around since I’ll follow you from room to room. A few tender touches and I’ll be forever by your side. I’m great with other cats that love to cuddle. I prefer a home without young kids since loud noises can scare me. Come into PAWS to meet me!
Simone
Simone is a 7-month-old female Tabby who is playful, social, and loving. She gets along with other cats and loves to play with toys and wands. Simone is a very sweet girl who will make a great playmate and companion for some lucky family. You need to meet her to appreciate all she has to offer. Come in and meet her before someone else adopts her!
Tiger Lily
This adorable cat with an adorable name is looking for love! Tiger Lily would love to be cared for in a loving home where she can be provided with love and playtime! All PAWS Rescues are vaccinated, microchipped, dewormed, and spayed/neutered. To meet this lovely lady, stop by PAWS.
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 shelter and receive 1-year rabies vaccination and city license. Ages are approximate.
Maverick
Maverick is one year old. He is ready to be the best dog ever for your family. He is playful, walks great on the leash, and appears to like other dogs just fine. He is housebroken. He knows sit and will fetch and bring back for hours. This young dog is very smart and eager to learn and please. We cannot emphasize how much he likes to play. If you have space in your home for him he is going to fill it up with joy for the rest of his life. He needs a lot of exercise. His adoption fee is $60.
Tootsie
Tootsie is a pretty little black and white kitten. She is very shy but warms up quickly. She loves attention and will make a wonderful addition to any home. Her last home had a dog who was not very nice to her thus she is back at the shelter. 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. If 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.
Coco
Tiny Coco is such a little miracle girl and she’s sweet as her name suggests … like an itty bitty chocolate kiss! She is very smart, loves to snuggle, and really enjoys a good tummy tickle. She’s playful, gets along with other respectful dogs, and, for some reason, adores car rides. Also, Coco doesn’t seem to mind being dressed up like a baby doll. She’s perfect!
When she came to BAM at the beginning of July, Coco was malnourished with rotten teeth. She had little hair, had dry skin, and had a very scary lump on her chest. We couldn’t believe she survived the night but this girl is a fighter! Since then, she’s had her lump removed and a dental, her skin is clear and she has the softest coat. She’s doing great now!
Even though Coco still suffers from issues due to past neglect (blind due to cataracts with dry eyes and diabetic requiring daily insulin injections), nothing slows her down! She has a good appetite, good hearing, and has a great nose! She always knows when her friends come to visit.
If you’re interested in Coco and can commit to fulfilling her medical needs, (giving injections isn’t as scary as it sounds), submit a BAM Adoption Application, and, if approved, we’ll 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.
Roxy
Roxy needs a playmate! This girl is so affectionate, full of life, and smart, smart, smart!!! She wants nothing more than get outside and play ball, tug, you name it–she just wants to play!
Unfortunately, life changes didn’t allow pretty Roxy to stay with her family and she has to be re-homed. She’s a wonderful girl (did we mention that she’s smart?) who needs someone with an active lifestyle and time to help develop her mind. She would probably be a great agility dog, frisbee fetcher, and/or running/hiking partner. And once she’s worn you out, she’ll snuggle up to you on the couch for cuddles and cookies. (Exercise and cookies- you can’t lose!) And can you imagine gazing into those gorgeous eyes every day?
Sherlock and Koko
Sherlock and Koko are adorable, young, energetic little (7 pounds) packages of love!
We think they’ll be least traumatized if adopted together!
Sherlock is a cuddle bug and the less adventurous of the 2 dogs. He’ll follow you everywhere but also loves to play with toys and, especially, with his favorite playmate, Koko (although, as with his foster, both dogs will accept other littles into their playgroup). Sherlock and Koko love mealtime, chews, and treats and are fast eaters (so a slow feeder or separate feeding area may be needed). Both pups are very comfortable in their crate (will frequently go into it voluntarily just to chill) and can be crated together for short periods. Sherlock and Koko are good walkers and ride well in a car. Both dogs are housebroken but Sherlock does mark, a behavior which should disappear over time since he is now neutered. Sherlock and Koko are good with other small dogs and cats but large dogs or small children are not recommended.
Mikko
“Mikko” (pronounced Mick O), Hebrew for God, is a lovely gentleman who enjoys short walks and hanging out with other dogs, especially little ones. He’s an absolute lover boy and bonds quickly with everyone
Mikko will be having a mass removed from his leg soon and will be available for adoption once it’s done. He’s neutered, microchipped, housebroken, up-to-date on his vaccinations, and ready to move to his new forever home.
Barry
Barry is not a lap dog (unless he decides he wants to be). Instead, he is a grumpy boy who came to us with a broken pelvis which still causes him pain. In the year he’s been with us, Barry also suffered seizures and kidney stones. He’s on a special diet and medication for all of these things, but he’s still a grump. And we all still love him!
Since being in our care, the poor guy has had to deal with puppies and big dogs who don’t understand why he doesn’t want to roughhouse. He does get along with dogs who aren’t in his face and likes to fetch a ball as long as you don’t try to take it back from him (Barry’s rules).
Ornery as he is, Barry is kind of our mascot and we want the old guy to catch a break and live out the remainder of his life with someone he can find solace in.
Barry loves to rub his back on the floor and wiggle and loves to have belly rubs by a person of his choosing. He enjoys certain members of our team while others simply aren’t his cup of tea.
Tango
Tango is a one-year-old purebred Miniature Pinscher. He’s a little shy until he gets to know you but then is very friendly, cuddly, and playful. He’ll even sleep with you! He loves other dogs, was raised with a large boxer, and is comfortable with the 3 big dogs at his foster parent’s house. He’s even cat-friendly! He walks well and enjoys car rides.
Tango is vaccinated, neutered, and housebroken. He’s a bit overweight and will benefit from being kept on a healthy regimen of exercise and appropriate food.
Stella
For pitties sake! Really–no interest in this beautiful girl? How can that be? Stella is a wonderful, kind girl looking for love. At five to six years, she had very likely never experienced it before coming to BAM and every day she shows us her gratitude and affection. She’s finally figured out that people want to love her…and we all do! Stella e is so ready to start a new chapter in her life now with nothing but love in store.
Stella was so gentle when she played with her puppies but now they’ve all gone to their forever homes leaving her alone and lonely. She really wants someone to hold her close and play tug with her.
Gentle as she is, she had occasionally acted very protective of her puppies when other dogs or kids were nearby. For that reason, she may do best as a solo dog with no kids (or maybe ok with older, respectful kids), and, we assume, no cats.
