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 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.
Maude
Maude’s beautiful eyes catch your attention and reel you in to meet her. She enjoys her time with people, taking walks, and exploring new places. She’s a sweet girl who solicits attention but is also content to do her own thing. If you’re looking for a dog to be your one and only, Maude would love to be part of your family. Please fill out an adoption application today. And to sweeten the deal, Maude’s adoption fee has been generously covered by one of our wonderful volunteers!
Magenta
Magenta is a playful and friendly girl. She enjoys meeting new people and taking walks on the Dogtown trails. She’s active and fun; however, she also enjoys snuggling and belly rubs. Magenta gets along with some dogs and not others. She can be too rough with some dogs and might do her best as the only dog in the home. If you’re looking for an adventure buddy, please fill out an adoption application today.
Sahara
Sahara is a sweet energetic girl who loves to keep busy. Her favorite things include playing fetch, going on walks/jogs, and sticks. She does well in the car and would love to go on all kinds of adventures! She really enjoys her dog friends and is very appropriate. She would enjoy a home with active adults and room to play fetch until drops. She will be a wonderful companion and adventure buddy.
Baloo
Baloo is a happy-go-lucky cat who needs a home to call her very own. She loves to play, but she’ll also curl up in your lap for a few cuddles and purrs too. This sweet, outgoing girl is positive for FeLV, a virus that can impact a cat’s overall health. She will need to be the only cat in your home or live with other FeLV-positive cats.
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Bilbo
Bilbo is a courageous cat ready for his next adventure. He enjoys both human and cat company and would love nothing more than to find his forever person to take him home. You’ll love his white mustache and sweet, lovable personality.
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.
Raven
Raven is a pretty laid-back girl. She is great with kids, likes a lot of attention from her people, loves going for walks, rides well in the car, and gets along with other dogs. She’s 9 years old but still has lots of love to give. And she’s house-trained. This gorgeous girl does not love being at the shelter and can’t wait to be back in a loving home enjoying her soft bed and snuggles.
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 sweet! This little fella would love to go to a loving home. Simon would be good in a home with other dogs or alone.
Lincoln
Like his Lincoln Highway namesake, Lincoln was the first puppy of his clan on Petfinder. He came in with his 6 siblings after being abandoned on the side of the highway. He is feisty and fun and wants to be your best friend. He loves fetch and would have an amazing time with agility training. Lincoln would be good in a home with other dogs or alone. Apply at rsqutah.org to meet Lincoln today!
Mac and Nikki
Sweet…Fun…Affectionate…Playful…Mega Cuteness. We have it all. You will certainly win the jackpot if you adopt us, Mac and Nikki. We are a pair of adorable sweethearts. We are playful and love to wrestle with each other. Everyone is entertained by our antics. We love crinkle toys and balls with a bell inside. And we’re both house-trained. We will be great companions for the lucky person who adopts us.
Phoenix
I am ready to begin my life again like the Phoenix bird. A home where I won’t go hungry and have lots of cat toys for play is what I am hoping for. I would enjoy a sunny spot for some lazy afternoon naps. I promise I won’t go up in flames. A lap to curl up on would be a bonus too. I am house-trained and would be good in a home with other cats or alone. Do you have a home for me so I can start again?
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.
Koda
Koda is one of the best dogs around. This 1-year-old girl is so darling and well-behaved. She has excellent manners, loves walks, likes all humans big and small, enjoys playing with other dogs, and is super sweet! She is waiting to meet her new family so drop by and say hi!
Crystal
Crystal is a Lab mix. She is playful, and sweet, and will make a great family pet. She would be a good hiking, running, and camping buddy. She is very smart and would enjoy some training. She also has 2 siblings so come into PAWS and meet them all!
Eros
Eros is a 5-year-old Border Collie mix. He is good with other dogs and is an athletic guy. He’s friendly with people and would be a good family dog with older children. He is potty trained. Eros loves being with his humans. We think he’s the best dog ever. He’s calm, loving, and sweet as can be!
Freddy
Freddy is an 8-month-old kitten. He is playful, loves toys, and playing with you. He’s friendly and such a handsome boy. He gets along with female cats but would also be okay with a calm male cat or alone. This boy wants to meet you so come on in!
Wila
Wila is a total love bug. This sweet girl is 1 1/2 years old, she is fine living with other friendly cats, but this girl is a true old soul and is looking for a loving calm home with a loving lap to land in. She’s lived with other cats and dogs and she’s truly the sweetest most beautiful. Affection is the key to her heart, if you keep the pets coming, she will keep the purrs coming! She will make a PURR-fect Feline companion to a very lucky person or family.
Kiki
Kiki’s antics will keep you entertained! She loves to talk and will tell you stories about her day. This funny sweet girl craves attention and loves a good cuddle. She is playful, social, and adventurous and is ready to bring your family so much joy and laughter.
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.
Dobie
Dobie is a gentle puppy who loves everyone and everything. He is a very affectionate and playful pup. He is curious about everything and wants to know it all. He is very independent and athletic at such a young age maybe 5 months. We don’t know his exact age but he is definitely a young puppy. He sure loves kisses and snugs. He knows sit, shake, fetch, does well on a leash, He is eager to learn. This little guy is ready for a loving home so he can make it his forever home!! Loves people and other dogs. He has a long scar on his back from healed unknown injury. His adoption fee is $60.
Roscoe
Roscoe is three months old He is loving and playful, and all he wants is company. He is a puppy and will need lots of love and patience, but remember that the return on your investment will be unequaled! He is such a handsome fellow! He will need to go to the vet in the coming month to get neutered and get his rabies vaccine, but those items will be covered in your adoption. This guy is ready to make you happy for the rest of his life! His adoption fee is $60.
Naveah and Nitelite 
Bonded pair Naveah (6 years old) and Nitelite (4 ½ years old) are mother and daughter looking for a home together! These beautiful ladies were surrendered by their owner due to a change in life circumstances, and they’re anxious to get back to a home environment. Sweet, but shy, we may take a little time to warm up at first, mostly because we’re not sure why we’re here. But once we’re comfortable with you, we turn on the charm. We’re hoping for a quiet home where we can sit on the sofa with you and warm up your bed. Spend some time with us so you can see how great we truly are. WE WOULD LIKE THEM ADOPTED TOGETHER IF POSSIBLE BUT WILL LET THEM FIND SINGLE HOMES IF NECESSARY. Their adoption fees are $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.
Quincy
Although she isn’t doing the full husky howl yet, baby Quincy is already very talkative and she has plenty of important things to say.
Born May 31st, she’s almost … but not quite … house trained. She loves water and would be so happy with an adopter who doesn’t mind snuggling a wet girl! She has fun with dogs of all sizes and even gets along with cats!
Quincy’s going to make a great family dog but her puppy teeth are razor sharp and she likes to bite so she should be fully supervised around kids. She needs lots of chew toys until those big-girl teeth come in.
Quincy will be available on August 4th after her second round of puppy shots but will need to come back to That BAM Place one more time for round three.
Ozzie
Ozzie is a sweet, playful girl who is ready for any adventure. At 3-1/2 years old, she has a lot of energy and loves to play. This girl can occupy herself alone outside but also loves to romp with kids and other dogs. She will always be happy to stop to give you kisses and follow you around admirably.
Ozzie does have a strong prey drive, however, so cats and chickens are not going to be safe with her. She’s an amazing dog that someone gave up on too soon. She is ready for a parent or family to give their love and time to her.
Diamond
Eight-year-old Diamond is a gentle girl who would give anything to be in an easy-going home with someone special who will take her on leisurely walks and activities and smother her with hugs! She adores sitting in the shady grass just being loved on.
The poor girl was rescued from a kill shelter in California and, even though she’s safe now, she’s not a fan of being kenneled and would much prefer sitting on a couch with her humans all day watching soap operas.
Diamond enjoys the company of other dogs and will gently remind those that are too playful to be respectful of her age. She’s not a grumpy old lady though–if you ever want a laugh, just get a toy out and watch her play. She steals everyone’s hearts. She has lots of love in her and just needs someone to share it with.
Biggie, Champ & Natasha
Meet the puppies! Biggie, Champ, and Natasha are feisty girls who love romping with their sisters, playing with toys, and showing off for people. These adorable pups will be available for adoption on September 1st. Meanwhile, come check them out at That BAM Place.
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?
Hunny-Bunns Rabbit Rescue
Hunny-Bunns Rabbit Rescue is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit rabbit rescue organization in St. George, UT. Rabbits are the third most abandoned pet, right after cats and dogs. Rabbits are social creatures who need a mate, so we only adopt our rabbits out in bonded pairs. All of our rabbit’s are spayed/neutered, microchipped, vaccinated and litter trained. To set up a time to visit, email tessa.chianne@yahoo.com, call/text 435-680-2661 or visit our website www.hunny-bunns-rabbit-rescue.com.
Ivory and Isaiah
Ivory is a big, white love bug. She is very laid back and enjoys attention. She makes a great snuggle bunny. Isaiah is her husbun. Ivory’s company has really helped Isaiah come around. He’s learning to trust and enjoy the human volunteers. They are ready for the perfect family to adopt them.
Cameron and Olivia
Cameron is a sweet, spotted boy. He’s not shy with people he trusts. He enjoys escaping his enclosure and running and the rescue any chance he gets. Olivia is a bit more cautious with humans but warms up very quickly. She’s a sweet girl who does well with attention. This sweet pair is looking for their forever family.
Kodey and Savannah
Kodey is also a sweet spotted boy. He’s excited and curious about people. He likes his pets. Savannah is as sassy as she is fluffy. This tiny thing loves to thump at anyone who gives her attention. She likes to act like she’s brave and tough, but really she is just afraid and needs more love. It’s time for them to go to their forever home.
Emma and Alex
Emma and Alex are both young rabbits. They both have lots of energy and need a home that will let them get lots of playtime. Emma is loving and curious. She is excited when you come to their enclosure, especially if you have treats. Alex is nervous with people. He is so sweet but scared of people. He has come a long way since bonding with Emma, but he will need a patient family to earn his trust.
