Southern Utah Pet Adoption Guide
Southern Utah Adoptable Pets Guide – April 14, 2023
ST. GEORGE, UT – April 14, 2023. The Independent’s Southern Utah, Pet Adoption Guide features pet adoption options from various animal shelters throughout southern Utah. Adopt, and let your heart grow this spring!
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 are 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.
Lucy
Lucy is a sassy, mid-size girl who loves a bath in a bucket. But what girl doesn’t? When she’s not playing, she can be found happily walking nicely on a leash, running, swimming, going to the park, and chewing on tough toys. This athlete is also obedient and smart – she knows how to “roll over”, “sit,” “down,” “come,” and “stay.”
Lucy loves her people but will do best as the only pet in an adult home only and will need slow introductions to strangers or visitors in the home. Lucy checks every box, described as affectionate, curious, and very sweet. What more could you want in a best friend? Ask about Lucy today!
Bravo
Don’t let that stern expression fool you, Bravo is a sweet, lovable, cuddle bug! Be prepared for him to snuggle up next to you on the couch. Up for any adventure, he loves car rides, long walks, and hikes in the park. This smarty pants already knows many commands including sit, stay, wait, lay down, come, drop, and leave it. Bravo is a fast learner who would love to be challenged with new commands or fun games. He will thrive in a home where he can stretch his legs and get plenty of mental and physical stimulation.
Bravo has had a rough past and it takes time to build a relationship with him, but he is fiercely loyal once you have earned his trust. He can be protective at times and prefers to be handled only by his closest friends but will always look to you for guidance. Bravo would prefer to be the only animal in the home as he is not yet comfortable around other dogs. If you are looking for a loving and loyal companion, then ask us about adding Bravo to your family!
Charlie
Handsome Charlie is a senior yellow labrador mix with a lot of pep still in him! Charlie is an active older dog who would love to be your one and only fur baby. He has so much playfulness and enthusiasm for life to offer a loving home.
If you’re interested in meeting Charlie, go to la.bestfriends.org/adopt and fill out our Dog Adoption Survey and our team will reach out to you!
Onyx
Onyx is a very shy kitty but loves affection and attention. He will need some time to adjust and feel comfortable with his surroundings and new home.
He’s sweet and gentle with humans and other cats. He would love nothing more than a loving home to call his own. Come meet this handsome, sweetheart today!
Spud
Spud! His orange and white coat and his sizeable figure will lure you into his sweet heart. He will tell you when he’s done being pet but in the meantime, he wants all of your attention and then some. He’s independent and ready for his forever home. Come meet Spud today!
Pugsley
Sweet, lovable, and oh-so soft, Pugsley is the perfect companion. His purr brightens everyone’s day! Pugsley loves everyone and has a mellow personality. Come say hello to this handsome fellow and see if he’s your new friend!
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, microchiped, 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.
Rainier
Meet Mt. Rainier! Mostly brindle, fluffy-eared “Raini” has a white chin and white toes. He can’t wait to show you! The smallest of the bunch, Rainier is very vocal with his siblings, making sure he is heard! He plays hard and naps harder. Rainier is friendly and playful, but gentle. Apply to meet Rainier today!
Teddy
Hi, my name is Teddy, I’m an 8-year-old male chihuahua mix. New people and things scare me, and I prefer a home without children. With a home environment full of love and patience I can become quite a loving friend. I’m housebroken, (learning the doggie door).
After getting to know you I will become very loyal, affectionate, and friendly. I do like other doggy friends.
If you love a challenge and are looking for the dog of a lifetime and think you can handle me being a bit of a grouch, apply now to adopt me. Thanks, Teddy.
Goose
Goose is ready to be your wingman! His ears hang low, and his legs do too, but that doesn’t slow this fun-loving guy down! He is very friendly, does well with other dogs that respect his glorious ears, and is house-trained. He is a Basset Hound and Coon Hound mix. Apply to meet Goose today!
Luna
This lynx point beauty was left in a box outside our door. Luna is a little shy, but she does enjoy head scratches. She’s independent and enjoys afternoon naps after spending the morning bird-watching. Luna is house-broken and would be good in a home with other cats or alone.
Meatball
Look at this STUD! Meatball is “purrfection”. This big fella is the FRIENDLIEST and wants to tell you all about himself. Meatball is affectionate, gentle, funny, and is house-trained.
Come on in and meet this sweet boy today!
Marley
Welcome chill Marley! This adorable girl is used to a life outside, but is not complaining one bit about inside life! She is queen of her foster home and loves her people. Belly rubs are a favorite and purring is a plenty!
Apply to meet Marley today!
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.
Lexi
Lexi has been deaf since birth. This 7-year-old beauty has a particular need as she will need a home that is patient with her hearing impairment.
Lexi is the friendliest, gentle, loving, playful, and loyal girl. She knows some hand signs but quickly learns what you ask from her even before you ask. She is housetrained and a very nice dog.
Amy
Amy was found as a stray trying to get into someone’s home. No one has come to claim her so she is looking for a new home. She enjoys being petted, held, and watching out the windows.
Amy is fascinated with the TV in the room and will sit and watch the activity on the screen she also likes playing with the long tunnel toy. She will come when called and loves attention, gives head butts, and purrs constantly.
Providing Animals With Support (PAWS)
PAWS Adoption Center is now open to the public Tuesday- Thursday 11 AM–6 PM, Friday- 11 AM–4 PM, and 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.
Ally
Ally is 4 months old and is a Lab/Heeler mix, two of the best breeds you can get. She will make a great family pet.
She is playful, sweet, and energetic. She enjoys playing with her siblings and knows how to use a doggy door. Come into PAWS this week and meet this great dog!
Bonnie
Bonnie is 4 months old and is a Lab/Heeler mix and loves adventure and the outdoors. She will make a great family pet. She is playful, sweet, and energetic.
She enjoys playing with her siblings and knows how to use a doggy door. Come into PAWS this week and meet this great dog!
Benny
Benny is a young male who loves cuddling, sleeping under the covers, chasing his tail, playing fetch, running, eating frozen green beans, and butt and belly rubs.
He needs a place to roam and he loves hiking. He is fiercely loyal and will be your best friend. Come to PAWS and meet this great dog!
Tabitha
Tabitha is loving and caring to all and is ready to provide lots of love to her forever family! She is almost 3 years old, gets along with other cats, and is very playful.
She’s a beautiful black cat with gorgeous eyes. You should come into the PAWS Cat Room and meet this great cat!
Kiki
Kiki is a beautiful Tuxedo and her 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. Stop into the PAWS Cat Room to meet her.
Billy
Billy is approximately 2 1/2 years old and is such a sweet boy. He loves to play, get pets, and cuddle. He gets along with other cats and lived in a home with his sister, Annie Oakley. He also gets along with dogs.
He is waiting in the PAWS Cat Room to meet you so he can go home!
Jackson Day Animal Rescue
Jackson Day Animal Rescue is a Utah nonprofit seeking to enhance the lives of shelter and rescue animals through adoption, medical services & community involvement. All efforts of Jackson Day Animal Rescue are run by our volunteers and the donations we receive. Our mission is to increase adoptions, assist in medical expenses, and bring awareness in our community about homeless pets.
Visit our website at JacksonDayFoundation.org. To adopt please fill out our Adoption Application here. We are always looking for volunteers and fosters! Please email us for more information at: info@jacksondayfoundation.org. Join us today!
Macy
Macy is a small/medium mix (30 pounds). She is around 3-4 years old. She can be a little shy at first but warms up quickly.
This blond cutie is a good girl on the leash and likes long walks. She would do well in an active, adult-only home. Macy would love to have a home where someone is home with her most of the time.
She does well with other dogs. Macy is spayed and up-to-date with her vaccinations. She absolutely loves DogTV! This girl is paws-itively perfect and would love a home of her very own.
Zoey
Look at that face!
If you are looking for a quiet little dog who loves to go for walks and car rides, then you’ve just got to meet sweet Zoey!
This canine cutie is looking for a quiet home with adults who will love and cherish her always. She’s about 4 years young and has the most adorable little underbite ever! In addition, Zoey is affectionate and enjoys cuddling and snuggles.
Jordan
Jordan needs your help!
This sweet senior is currently in a foster home, but his foster is moving and he doesn’t have a place to go!
Please, please help Jordan! If you can foster, please let us know. Or, if you know someone who may be willing to foster, please ask them to contact us. We are getting desperate and time is running out.
Jordan just needs a soft place to land. He needs a place with NO male dogs and NO children. Someone out there just has to be able to help.
If you have any questions, please give us a call at 435-200-5253.
Foster form here, Adoption form here.
Sassy
Ready – set – go!!!
Sassy is ready to go home with you right now!
This gorgeous calico girl loves to be brushed and petted! She also loves chasing her toys.
Sweet Sassy takes cuddling to the next level. She’s an expert on snuggles and lap warming. She also enjoys the views from a window perch.
She would do best in a home with older kids who are kind and respectful.
Don’t miss out on the chance to adopt this beautiful, sweet kitty!
Jack
Jack is a very sweet boy who loves being brushed! This handsome grey and white guy is only 4 years young. Jack is looking for someone to love and cherish him always.
He is the brother of our adoptable Loki. He would be fine with other cats given a slow and careful introduction. What a wonderful lap warmer and feline friend this kitty would be!
Loki
Loki is giving you his best smoldering look – how can you possibly resist?!
This handsome charmer loves to be cuddled and petted. He is very playful, and at 4 years young Loki is still very kitten-like.
Loki loves cuddles and pets and would be best in a home with older kids who are kind and respectful. With proper introductions, Loki would be fine with other kitties.
Sweet Loki would make a fantastic feline companion for anyone who appreciates all the love and laughter kitties have to give!
Because Animals Matter
Because Animals Matter is dedicated to reducing animal abuse and neglect 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 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.
Meet JuneBug’s Pups
Beautiful JuneBug was a smart and playful mom who loves to play ball. Her 7 puppies, born December 23, are sure to inherit her best qualities.
These 7 are available as foster to adopt locally until spayed/neutered at which time they will be all yours! If you’re interested in the pups, submit a BAM Adoption Application through the link provided above.
Flynn
Flynn is a four-year-old McNab (or Decker Hunter) Terrier/Border Collie mix. He’s been with his last person since he was a puppy and has been well-loved but his owner could no longer provide him with the care and attention he needs and sadly brought him to us.
Flynn gets along well with other dogs and is well-socialized with people (including children) but hasn’t yet been tested with cats. He loves a good game of tug or a puzzle feeder to encourage his curiosity.
Flynn is a picky eater and guards his food. For some reason, he is afraid of delivery trucks and some men. Unfortunately, this breed sheds more than most so his new adopter will need to be prepared.
A quick Google search on this breed shows they are affectionate, inquisitive, loving, alert, lively, active, intelligent, fearless, and playful dogs who tend to have separation anxiety when their owners leave them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Koda
Beautiful Koda is sweet, shy, and friendly. She is 1 1/2 years old. She knows the commands “come”, “sit”, and “down” and is also housebroken and crate trained. She is spayed and up to date on her vaccinations. All she needs is a new family.
We were told she is fearful of men and may be destructive if left alone in the house due to her anxiety but we haven’t witnessed this behavior at the adoption center. Just in case, she needs a patient adopter with experience with this kind of behavior. She gets along with other dogs as long as they aren’t too overwhelming and is good with kids. She loves to be petted!
Dash
Some Native American cultures believe having heterochromia (one blue eye and one brown) means one can see heaven and earth at the same time. They refer to this as having Ghost Eyes and beautiful Dash definitely has them. And if his eyes don’t melt your heart, his cute little nose will! Not only is he stunning, but he’s also a total love bug who will melt right into your arms.
Dash was dumped at Parowan Gap and lived on his own for at least two weeks. One of the local families put food out for him until he became brave enough to be coaxed inside where he immediately found the couch. He was good with their kids and dogs.
Dash is young (we’re guessing six months to a year) and has a lot of energy. He likes to play with other dogs but can be enthusiastic so he’ll do best with some training. He’s afraid of loud noises and sudden movements and terrified of water from a hose. Who knows what this sweet boy went through before he was left to fend for himself? He deserves so much better.
Mercy
Nine-year-old Mercy is a well-mannered girl who would make a nice companion for an individual or a low-key couple. She likes to go for walks or have an enclosed backyard space to run around in and explore but, like most of our canine friends, she prefers the comfort of indoors to come back to when she’s done.
Mercy is kennel trained, enjoys her naps, and likes being the only pet in the house. She’s housebroken and loves the option of a doggie door if provided. Mercy will sit, shake and lie down on command (most of the time). She doesn’t jump on furniture unless invited. She doesn’t jump up on people. She’s polite at feeding time. She’s a sweetheart!
Mercy needs to be food rationed (smaller amounts) or may eat until she gets sick. We’ve found three small meals a day works well for her. She also may have an allergy to chicken.
