Find your new best friend at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab, UT!
Find Your Perfect Match
From playful puppies to senior pets, we have cats, dogs, horses, parrots, pigs, rabbits, and more—all waiting to find loving homes. Check out our available animals and fall in love with your new best friend today!
Browse All Kanab-Based Adoptables
Not in the Kanab area? Check out our "Adopt Near You" section to find a pet closer to home.
Getting to the Sanctuary
Location:
5001 Angel Canyon Road
Kanab, UT 84741
The Sanctuary entrance, located at 5001 Angel Canyon Road, is about five miles north of Kanab on the right side of Highway 89, between mile markers 69 and 70.
- 30 minutes from Zion National Park
- From Las Vegas: About 3.5 hours by car
- From St. George: Just a 1.5-hour drive
- From Cedar City: 1.5 hours away
- From Kanab: Only a quick 15-minute drive
Come meet our adoptable pets, take a free tour, enjoy our $5 lunch buffet, or simply take in the stunning views of the canyon that our animals call home. There’s plenty to see and do while you’re here!
Meeting Adoptable Pets
Ready to meet your new best friend? Start by exploring our list of adoptable pets at the link below! Once you’ve spotted a potential match, simply book an appointment with one of our adoption specialists to make the connection even faster. You can reach us at 435-644-2001 or drop us an email at adoptions@bestfriends.org. Our team is fantastic at answering any questions you might have, or even playing matchmaker to find the perfect pet for your lifestyle!
Browse All Kanab-Based Adoptables
We also have a few places where you can just drop on in and meet adoptable pets (no appointment needed!)
The Welcome Center
(Open 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
Turn right (east) when you see the big Best Friends sign. It’s about a 1.5-mile drive to the Best Friends Welcome Center (on your left). Just come on in and one of our friendly ambassadors can help you sign up for a tour or meet adoptable pets!
The Adoption Hub
(Open 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
Continue straight on highway 89 past the south entrance (do not turn at the orange sign! Keep going another 1.5 miles.) Turn right at the north entrance. In .6 miles, turn right onto Rhonda Rd. The Adoption Hub will be on your left.
Sinjin's Place
(Open 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
Our newest and hippest place at Cat World to chill with some of the friendliest felines (who are all adoptable!) Come spend time with the cats at Sinjins!
Continue straight on highway 89 past the south entrance (do not turn at the orange sign! Keep going another 1.5 miles.) Turn right at the north entrance. In one (1) mile, turn right onto Benton St. Go .7 miles and follow signs for Cat World. Sinjin's is on your right.
Ongoing Sanctuary Specials
Free - Adopt any dog or cat who is a senior, has special needs or is a single pet (can be the only pet in the home), and your adoption fee will be waived.
Companions for seniors - If you're 60 years or older and adopt a dog or cat, the adoption fee is waived. (Copy of driver's license or personal identification will be requested at time of adoption.)
Hometown heroes - Veterans and active military members with proper identification or proof of service will receive a 20% discount off adoption fees.
Two for one - Kittens prefer a buddy. Consider adopting two bundles of joy (six months or younger) for the price of one!
Working cats - Keep your warehouse, factory, barn or other enclosed area rodent free naturally by adopting a healthy, unbonded cat (or two). The adoption fee is waived for working cats and a consultation is required. Learn more.
If you qualify for any of these special ongoing discounts, just mention it in the "additional comments" section of your adoption application.