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. Adopt or foster a new pet 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.
Teddy
Teddy is a high-energy Doodle mix, looking for a fun time. He plays wonderfully with our other adoptable dogs. He knows basic commands but will benefit from more consistent training. Teddy will make an excellent best friend. He would be good in a home with other dogs or alone.
Simon
Simon says, “come adopt me! I like to play, be snuggled, and have plenty of attention. I know a few basic commands and am very friendly.” Simon is a Pug mix puppy, and he is playful, funny, affectionate, gentle, and smart. Simon deserves a furever, loving home, is it yours?
Cleo
Cleo is ready to have some fun! Come meet this sweet girl! She likes kids and snuggles. Cleo also is potty trained and knows how to use the doggie door. She is so precious and loves snuggles. She is a small, Chihuahua mix adult that would be good in a home with other dogs, children, or alone.
Keasha
My name is Keasha and I’m a very friendly and pretty girl that is looking for my fur-ever home! I love to be petted and relax in the sun and I am sure to charm you with my sweet and affectionate personality. I am house-trained and would be good in a home with other cats or alone. Please come in for a visit and adopt me today.
Harlow
Yes, I am as glamorous as my name, Harlow! I’m a young and sweet girl. I love to watch the birds and enjoy chin and cheek rubs. I also enjoy batting around cat toys. And I am house-trained. I’m looking forward to being in a loving home where I can romp and play.
Wally
I am purrfectly adorable. My name is Wally. My wants are simple – all I need is a home and someone to scratch my cheeks. I’m a curious fella and like to bat around balls and various cat toys. I am house-trained and would be good in a home with other cats or alone. Let’s meet up so you can see how adorable I am.
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.
Brock
Brock is almost 6 months old and is a dream come true pup. He is sweet, playful, curious, and adventurous. This boy will make a great walking, hiking, and cuddle buddy. He is an Australian Shepherd mix and he will be a great family pet. We think he will be a medium-sized pup. If you’re looking to add to your family, come into PAWS and meet this little guy!
Copper
Copper is about 5 months old and is Pom/Sheltie mix. He will be a great addition to any family. He loves attention and playing. He’s good with kids and other dogs. He is about the sweetest dog you would ever want to meet. This boy is ready to find his forever home and will give lots of love to his new family. Come into the PAWS Adoption Center and meet him before he gets snatched up!
Rowdy
Rowdy is one sweetheart of a pup. He is smart, soft, and cuddly, listens well, and loves humans and other dogs. He loves to play, cuddle and so much more. Rowdy is approximately 3 ½ months old. He is vaccinated, microchipped, dewormed, and neutered. Stop by the PAWS Adoption Center to meet this darling boy.
Kiki
Kiki’s antics will keep you entertained! She loves to talk and will tell you stories about her day. This funny sweet 1-year-old girl craves attention and loves a good cuddle. This playful, social and adventurous girl is ready to bring your family so much joy and laughter. Stop into the PAWS Cat Room to meet her.
Hamel
Hamel is a little over a year old and is a pretty sweet guy. He gets along with most other cats and is ready to find his forever home and family. He loves to play with cat toys or chill out by a sunny window. He has beautiful eyes that can look right into your soul. Come to the PAWS Cat Room and meet him and all the other great cats!
Kimber
Kimber is a very sweet cat who is almost 5 years old. He is such a sweet boy and very loving. He gets along with other cats and lived with a cat before he came to us. His owner passed away so he is looking for someone to love and cuddle with. He is playful, too. Kimber says to come in and meet with him so he can go home with you!
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 the shelter and receive 1-year rabies vaccination and city license. Ages are approximate.
Pecas
Pecas is the sweetest, most affectionate, little bowling ball-shaped dog you’ll ever meet! (she is round and firm and fully packed) The volunteers are absolutely in love with her. She is quiet, loyal, loving beyond words, and we were told she is potty trained. She will need a healthy diet and exercise program to help her drop those unwanted pounds. At 3 years old she is one happy girl and her tail wags her entire body. She did live with another dog but right now she wants to be the only dog in your home and receive all your love and attention.
Note: She is scheduled for her spay on 06/17/2022 so she can be adopted now and go home after her spay.
Denali and Anali
Brother & sister owners could no longer have the dogs. They have probably spent most of their young lives living outside so will need basic house training and work on basic commands. Make arrangements to meet them today!
Bruno
Bruno is a super sweet dog who unfortunately has not had consistent training and really needs a family who can set him up for success. He has energy to spare and would benefit from a home where he gets enough exercise and mental stimulation. He is a smart boy and learns quickly. It will be important, if you adopt this handsome boy, to give him the opportunity for lots of exercise! He loves people and spending time with you. Bruno is a big boy and sometimes forgets just how big he is especially when he wants to cuddle and share your seat. His adoption fee is $60.
Sadie
Meet Sadie, a young and active pup who is ready to find a place to call her own. She is spunky and full of life, which means that she needs someone who can keep her busy. This girl will need continued training and socialization so she can be one of the best canines out there. She is very smart but has not had someone to teach her many basic commands or manners yet.
Butterbaby
Butterbaby is a quiet, sweet kitty with a mellow, independent soul. She came to the shelter with two other housemates when their owner could no longer care for them. Butterbaby is a real beauty with her unique coloring and lush, luxurious fur. She is content to while away the hours taking long cat naps, or gazing out the window. She is a calm, gentle companion and will make a wonderful buddy to snuggle up with and enjoy a good book. She is very talkative and learning to play with toys.
Tigger
Tigger’s owner could no longer keep her. She is very shy but is warming up to everyone’s attention. She loves to be petted and sit with you while you watch TV, read, or just love on her. Make arrangements to come in and meet her today! 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.
Nick
Nick is a beautiful 61-pound neutered male Malamute mix with classic Keeshond markings. He is 7.5 years old, is non-aggressive, and is timid in his demeanor. He will bond closely with a single person but is friendly with all who live in the household. He is good with other dogs and cats and barks only when a new person is in the house or yard. His tail was removed two years ago because of a tumor but he’s fine now. He’s recently been groomed and had a dental so he’s good to go!
Nick likes routine. He walks well once he is familiar with the route. He likes to be both inside and outside, knows how to use a doggie door, and is house trained. If he is the only dog, you can free-feed him; he eats what he wants and leaves the rest for later. Nick likes to sleep in the bedroom on the floor. He doesn’t jump on furniture. He is mild-mannered when giving him a bath and is not afraid of the dryer. He is not very good in the car; if taking him to the vet or groomer he needs to be kenneled or have someone sit with him in the back seat, paying attention to him.
The best family for Nick is a retired couple or individual who likes to chill at home. Frequent travelers are not a good match for him.
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 is 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.
Oakley
Oakley is a goofy, fun-loving dog! He enjoys being glued to your side or playing with his toys. He loves hikes, playing fetch, laying next to you, baths, jumping in the water, and his very favorite thing: eating treats! Oakley will be the perfect dog for anyone who loves to be active!
Oakley is currently in foster care. Oakley is fully vaccinated, neutered, and microchipped; all he needs is you!
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.
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?
Lady’s Puppies
Meet some of Lady’s wonderful puppies Tramp, Mochi, and Scooter. 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.
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.
Meet the Puppies
Meet the Puppies! Puppies galore! Come meet them at the BAM Place.
If you’re If interested in any of the puppies, 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.
