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.
Fiesta
Fiesta is a happy little girl who is so full of excitement she can’t stop wiggling. She is called “Princess Fifi” and is kind of a superstar at the sanctuary. She loves riding on the golf cart and visiting all of her friends and greeting everyone with kisses and cuddles. Although she is a senior girl, she still has a lot of spunk and likes to show off her happy zoomies when she gets treats. Fiesta walks great on leash and is very calm and polite around other dogs, but she would prefer to be the only dog in the home. She has some special medical needs, so please reach out to the adoptions team to get more information and consider making this wonderful girl part of your family.
Aurora
Aurora is a hound dog ready for adventure! She loves everyone she meets and shows her love by greeting you with a tail that never stops wagging. The way she looks at you with those beautiful golden eyes says “I love you already!”. Aurora loves to play with her dog friends, going for walks, car rides, etc. She also loves toys and sometimes likes to keep them for herself. Aurora is 7 years old and wants to meet you today!
Barat
Barat gets your attention with his big smile and full-body wag. He’s a friendly guy who loves to go for walks, car rides, and adventures with his trusted human friends. When he’s not out and about, he enjoys playing with huge stuffy toys and tennis balls or curling up and relaxing on his bed. Once you’ve earned his trust Barat is a big, cuddly Care Bear. He excels when he follows a routine and knows what to expect; this helps keep his anxiety in check. If you’re looking for a dog who bonds strongly and be your constant companion, fill out an application for Barat today!
Persephone
Persephone is a bit shy around people. She needs a home where she can take her time getting settled in and learning to trust. She loves cats and gets along well with most of them. She is very food motivated and will come running to you if you’ve got treats.
Persephone is a sweet, sensitive girl who is full of potential. She is very small and often gets mistaken for a kitten! She’s looking for a home filled with patience and love, and lots of treats to help her feel comfortable and loved.
Schmoolie
Schmoolie is a confident young man who loves attention. He follows you around and always wants to be a part of what you’re doing. While he can get a little too excited with so many other cats around, he comes back around quickly. This sweet boy just wants a person of his own. He can’t wait to meet you!
Danke
This beautiful orange and white guy is quiet and a bit shy with people. But Danke gets along with all the cats he’s met. Given time and a quiet approach, he will let his caregivers offer pets. He would make a great “friend” for any peaceful cat.
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.
Rowan
Rowan is a little “mini-me” of his Mama. He is a Labrador Retriever and Australian Shepherd mix puppy. Ro also likes kids and acting like the typical “big” brother. He is friendly, affectionate, gentle, playful, and looking for his furever home. Come meet Rowan today!
Weather
Weather is a sweet boy that just arrived with his siblings. His parents are said to be an Aussie shepherd and a Dachshund mix. Strange mix, adorable puppy. Weather is friendly and affectionate. Fill out an app to meet Weather today!
Jasper
Jasper came to us to spread a feeling of “balance, healing, and grounding” just like his namesake stone. What a great start to the New Year. Jasper is a Shepherd and Akita mix puppy. He is friendly, gentle, affectionate and would be good in a home with children. This sweet boy is looking for his forever home. Could it be with you?
Meat Loaf
Meat Loaf can be a bit bashful when he first meets folks, but it does not take much coaxing for him to relax with gentle words. Meat Loaf hasn’t known the comforts of a warm home. In fact, he’d do anything for love. He knows you can save him. If you are patient and move at his pace, you will be rewarded with soft snuggles and endless love. Meat Loaf is house-trained.
Raven
My name is Raven and I’m a very friendly and pretty girl with glossy black fur looking for my fur-ever home! I love to be petted and held. I will charm you with my sweet and affectionate personality. Raven is a curious, playful, gentle kitten that loves kisses and she’s house-trained. Please come in for a visit and adopt me today!
Gremlin
My name is Gremlin and I’m a sweet and sassy girl who can’t wait to have a family to call my own. I hope that’s with you. I love to play with toys and always enjoy a good chin scratch. I’m a young, Snowshoe kitten and I’m house-trained. Please make me a part of your family today!
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.
Cocoa
This 8-month-old male mix breed guy is simply gorgeous, fun-loving, sweet, and playful. Cocoa loves humans and other dogs. He’s a chill dog who listens well and has nice manners. He is loving and social. If you’ve been looking for a puppy, come in and meet him. He may be the perfect addition to your family!
Bear
Bear is a 3 1/2-month old Lab mix. He loves people and other dogs. Bear would be a great running or hiking buddy. He’s an energetic boy who would love to be a family dog with kids and even another dog to play with. He will be neutered soon but he is ready to go home with his forever family.
Mabel
Mabel is a 1-year-old female Heeler mix. She is a very sweet girl and is okay around other dogs. Mabel is very shy and needs a patient owner who will give her lots of love so she knows she’s safe. She has lots of love to give back if you’re willing. She is currently in a foster home and is coming out of her shell. She can only be met by approved adopters so please put in an Adoption Application if you’re interested.
Ivy
Ivy is a 3-year-old female Tabby who came to us from Texas during the flooding. She has the cutest little inquisitive face, always trying to figure things out. She is a playful, social lady with big beautiful eyes. She gets along with the other PAWS cats and would be a great pet for some lucky person(s). Come into PAWS and meet her soon!
Mona
Mona is a doll of a kitty that is affectionate and loving. She is about 1 ½ years old and a perfect mix, great with humans and other cats. Just a few tender touches and peaceful pets and she will be your furever loyal companion. Her big heart is hoping to be at home with you!!
Tillie
Hi I am Tillie. I am a sweet, petite young cat, less than a year old. Once I get to know you, I will come running when you call my name and you will never be lonely when I am around since I will follow you from room to room. A few tender touches and I will 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 see me soon!
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.
Deebo
This young pup is a full 9 months old. He is friendly as it gets. He loves kissing and smelling and most of all his snorting is the best. He has the biggest smile ever, and just look at those eyes! He does well walking on a leash. He has lived indoors his young life. He knows sit and shake and loves everyone. His adoption fee is $60.
Bruno
Bruno is 7 years old. He lost his home when his owner moved and could not take him. Loves people and going for walks. He is very strong and will bark for attention. He is a super nice dog. Super nice dog. He is happy just to sit beside you and cuddle. He is a big happy love muffin. His adoption fee is $60.
Leah
Leah is 2 years old. Leah has spent most of her life outdoors. She will need basic training and house training. She is friendly and full of energy. She will make a wonderful family pet. Leah is a high-energy pet. Her adoption fee is $60.
Monty
Monty’s owner passed away and he ended up at the shelter. He is adjusting well but still will hide under the covers and usually comes for attention. Beautiful facial markings. This quiet boy enjoys watching out the windows and being petted. His adoption fee is $40.
Sugar
Sugar is a bit of a big girl, but it’s nothing a proper diet won’t fix! I say she’s as big as she is because of the size of her heart. Quite the talker, she’s never short on meows and always big on purrs! She’s content lying around in the presence of someone she knows will love and take good Do to quite a few changes in her life she was having difficulty adjusting to the last home she was in and ended up at the shelter. She would do best as an only cat with all the love and attention on her. 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.
Lady
Still a baby herself at only 1-1/2 years old, sweet Lady has been the best mom ever since she came to BAM with seven two-day-old puppies. Her babies are weaned and going to new homes and now Lady is looking for her very own person to play with and spoil her rotten.
Lady is a gentle, smart, good-natured goofball who loves to play with people and other dogs (she does not, however, care for cats). She’s the perfect companion! Once she’s been spayed, the adoption will be final and this amazing girl will be yours forever.
Lady’s Puppies
Meet some of Lady’s wonderful puppies Tramp, Mochi, Scooter, and Mooch. If you’re interested in any of the puppies, stop by that BAM Place Tuesday–Saturday between 9 am–5 pm, or 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.
Sherlock 
Six-year-old Sherlock is an adorable, energetic little (7 pound) package of love! He’s a true cuddle bug who will follow you everywhere to ensure he doesn’t miss any lap time! He loves toys and will self-entertain or play fetch.
Sherlock really enjoys mealtime, chews, and treats and is a fast eater so a slow feeder or separate feeding area may be needed. He’s comfortable in his crate and will frequently go into it voluntarily just to chill. He’s a great walker and rides well in a car.
He enjoys his foster’s small dogs (and her cat) as well as a number of other littles but large dogs and small children are not recommended due to his size and occasional nervousness. Sherlock is housebroken (will need some doggy door training) but does mark, a behavior which should disappear over time since he is now neutered.
Bolt
Almost eight-year-old Bolt is a handsome little Pomeranian / Chihuahua (long-haired although it is currently cut short) fellow. He recently moved from a home with a big yard where he could exercise himself to a small apartment with no walks or doggy daycare access. The resulting behavior was lots of barking…not a good situation! His mom and dad made the difficult decision to find a family for him who could offer an enriching, love-and activity-filled life.
Affectionately known as Bolty, he lived with another little dog so is very comfortable with small doggy friends (his foster has several) but we are unsure about how he handles bigger dogs. He’s quite the lover and will sit next to you if other more engaging activities are not available. He’s a great walker who enjoys himself and is not particularly reactive to his environment. He also loves certain toys and is self-entertained plus he rides well in a car.
Bolt is housebroken but will need some doggy door training.
Poppy
Poppy is a complicated girl who is both sweet and sassy. She would prefer a quiet home without small children where she is the only dog or maybe has one other small dog friend. Poppy is housebroken using a doggy door and gets along with her foster’s small dogs but is a loner.
Poppy is approximately 7-8 years old. She was rescued from a life on the streets of Phoenix and is still cautious, exhibiting some defensive behaviors but really wants to trust and love! She asks for belly rubs and neck pets but these must be given on her terms.
Poppy can be picked up and held if needed but she is not yet a lap dog. She fears having a leash or harness put on her but loves her walks! Because Poppy is HIGHLY treat motivated, patient training will likely be successful. She will require an experienced adopter with a slow, steady training protocol, lots and lots of repetition, and lots and lots of treats to help her overcome her fear and aggressive behavior.
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.
