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Tia Torres and a team of parolees work together to rescue and rehabilitate pit bulls at the Villalobos Rescue Center, the largest pit bull rescue facility in the country.

Second Chance Ranch

Tia Torres and her team of parolees work with a cast of Renaissance fair pirates who are looking to adopt a pit bull. Meanwhile, Tia's husband goes to court to face a bail hearing.

Redemption

While Tia is traveling with her daughter to rescue a pit in Sacramento and a stray outside Wasco state prison, the parolees deal with a sudden snowstorm back at the ranch.

Whiteout

Tia deals with an endless series of crises as her older daughter Tania refuses to pull her weight and a parolee goes missing.

Crisis

Tia and her team are tasked with tracking down a pit bull that has been living wild in a local park. It's a dangerous assignment and one that proves far harder than Tia ever expected.

On the Run

Running a rescue shelter is a financial strain, and it's getting harder for Tia to make ends meet. Despite being loathe to leaving the shelter for even a single night, Tia cannot turn down the offer of a benefit for Villalobos at a casino in Las Vegas.

Sin City

A rescue call about two puppies loose in a trucking yard sends Tia and new parolee Joe on a seek and find mission. And a surprise call to Tania brings former parolee Jake back to the ranch, forcing Tia to decide whether or not to take him back.

Return to the Ranch

After a teenager is attacked by a group of pit bulls, Tia finds herself thrust into a rescue mission to save an innocent pit bull caught up in the media storm.

A Battle of Wills

With more dogs arriving every week, and husband AJ heading to trial, an exhausted Tia struggles to maintain control at Villalobos.

A Final Verdict

Tia is touched by a heartfelt adoption application from a former prisoner turned mixed martial arts fighter. The plea sends Tania and Mariah on an adoption road trip to Montana, testing them in a way they never expected.

A Fighting Chance

A potential adoption for a dog rescued during Hurricane Katrina sends Tia and her son, Kanani, on a road trip to Louisiana. Once there, they rescue an abandoned dog during a fierce thunderstorm.

Devastation

A plea for help compels Tia to deal with an out-of-control pit bull, leaving the owner grappling with a heart wrenching life or death decision. And, with no kennel space left at Villalobos, parolee Cameron persuades Tia to join him on a wild rescue.

Beware of Dog

Tia and Jake are determined to find one of Villalobos' most unique-looking pit bulls a new home but when a promising adopter backs out, they are forced to step up their efforts. Parolee Billy is causing tension at Villalobos and Tia must intervene.

Breaking Point

Tia sends her daughters on a mission of mercy to New Orleans where a friend has rescued a pit bull that was tied to a metal post for several days. While there, the girls are outraged by the frustrations faced by both human and canine residents.

Mission of Mercy

Tania and Mariah work on a fundraiser after Villalobos is invaded by bees.

Saving Tia Torres

A wildfire burns dangerously close to Villlalobos.

Trial by Fire

Tia follows-up on the most memorable moments of the past year, and looks ahead to life beyond the second season and the challenges that await her as she prepares to move.

Life in the Spotlight

Tia is faced with the daunting task of moving her family, the parolees, the kennels and the nearly 200 pit bulls that call Villalobos home. But with no water, no electricity and construction yet to begin, moving may be Tia's greatest challenge yet.

The Next Chapter

Tia's dream of relocating becomes a nightmare as fate turns against her. And, a call from the former owner of one of Villalobos most aggressive dogs leads to the ranch's most emotional reunion yet.

Judgement Day

Tia sends Jake and Armando on a rescue mission to Texas, after hearing about two pit bulls who were wounded in a run-in with a porcupine. Then, when a second story about a dog in death row comies in, the guys need to kick it into high gear.

Prison Break

Tia decides to hire new parolees, but one parolee may blow his chance at redemption before the first day is done. And then, one of Villalobos most beloved dogs, Creature, is on the receiving end of shocking news which may end his chances of being adopted.

New Blood

It's a time of celebration as Armando's wedding day approaches, but even on this happy occasion the dogs come first. When a rescue mission becomes more than she bargained for, Tia is the one racing to the altar, not wanting to miss Armando's big day.

Trapped

Tia and the twins hit the road after she receives back to back calls for help from the South. After helping an army veteran with a new litter of puppies, the team find themselves on a wild chase after an injured dog through the streets of Jackson, MS.

Southern Uprising

Tia's daughter faces a difficult decision when her beloved dog's health takes a turn for the worse. Then, Tia sends her team to rescue a mother pit bull and her puppies from horrific conditions in an abandoned home.

Heart Broken

A parolee goes off track, forcing Tia to make a hard choice; a short-term home is needed for a dog whose owners' home was ravaged by a fire.

Burn Out

Three roommates contact Tia about adopting a pit bull who can fit in with their extreme, fast-paced lifestyles. And, the parolees are sent running for cover when they uncover three beehives.

Pushing the Limits

Tia, Mariah, the twins and the parolees launch a massive rescue effort to track down a pit bull and her puppies that have been dumped in the Mojave Desert.

Cut Loose

After a tornado rips through the heart of Alabama, Tia and Tania head south to help a devastated dog rescue pick up the pieces. Meanwhile, back at Villalobos, Mariah oversees her first solo puppy adoption when a young couple visits the ranch.

Path of Destruction

Tia gives each of the parolees an opportunity to pursue their dreams, but for Bryan the path is more rocky and could end in disaster. Then, a pit bull rescued from the streets of Jackson, MS steals a potential adopter's heart.

Don't Blow It

While in Georgia, Tia comes face-to-face with one of the most shocking rescues of her career. And a surprise animal control inspection leaves the future of Villalobos hanging in the balance.

End of the Road

It's a whole new world for Tia, her family, the parolees, and most importantly, her pitbulls, when they packs up their lives ahd moves across country to New Orleans. But the move is only the first of many challenges Tia faces.

New Orleans, Here We Come

Tia meets a family of eight looking to adopt a new dog after losing theirs to cancer. Then, a rescue-call takes Tia and her daughter Tania into New Orlean's infamous ninth ward to face off with a snarling, sick dog.

Face Off

A volunteer at Villalobos adopts a dog with an uncommon history; a man who rescued two dogs needs help caring for them from Tia and her daughter Mariah.

A Gift from Heaven

A pit bull is saved from drowning in a canal by a young girl after it evaded Tia for weeks; Tia must hire another parolee when twenty new puppies arrive at Villalobos.

Ghost Dog

Tia goes to Nashville with Tania and a new parolee to rescue a dog that's about to be put down. Meanwhile, back in New Orleans, Mariah tries to keep Villalobos safe during a storm; and a puppy rescued from the 9th Ward may find a new home.

Saving Prada

Tia and the twins board a boat to rescue a dog abandoned in a swamp outside New Orleans. Meanwhile, a young parolee is stressed out by work and parenthood.

Swamped

A mother and her puppies are in distress and require a dangerous rescue mission; Tia is shocked by one of her most loyal parolee's future plans.

Trapped Below

Tia addresses her lazy parolees, which leads to a fiery confrontation with Randy; a strange-looking dog is rescued from the searing heat.

Boiling Point

Tia and the twins try to make the best of a bad situation after they learn of Chong's cancer diagnosis.

Band of Brothers

Memphis Grizzlies basketball star Zach Randolph contacts Tia about a dog that was rescued from a drainpipe; Mariah and Earl ready a puppy for adoption.

Buried Alive

Tia and her rescue team land in a dangerous situation when an anonymous tip leads them toward a dog-fighting ring; one lucky pit bull awaits permission to enter a new home.

Freedom Fighters

New arrivals at Villalobos overcrowd the kennels after a friend of Mariah's passes away, a family hope to adopt four dogs, but it requires a trip back to California.

A Family Affair

A dangerously ill dog is rescued by Tania and Tia from the streets of New Orleans. Villalobos favorite, Chong, takes a turn for the worse as his cancerous tumor grows. And Tia offers to help with a long distance adoption in New York City.

Making Miracles

Tia readies for the worst as hurricane season approaches; a clue may help Mariah and the twins locate a dog's owner; Rico's grandparents adopt a shy dog.

Storm on the Horizon

Hurricane Isaac batters New Orleans, flooding Villalobos' evacuation location and isolating Tia from the rest of the world.

Storm Surge

Tia recruits the twins and newly-hired work release prisoner to rescue a pit bull from the bottom of a 40-foot hole. Then, Mariah helps Tia with a heart-wrenching adoption to a young couple reeling from the tragic loss of their dog.

Out of the Dark

Tania oversees the rescue of 10 dogs left to die in deplorable conditions. Tia helps a family find the perfect companion for their special needs teenager. The adoption takes a turn for the bizarre when Tia learns about the family's large, exotic pet.

Shell Shocked

A midnight rescue finds Tia, Tania and new employee Perry scrambling after an injured dog. With the kennels pushed to the limit, a familiar face arrives returns to help out. Then a chance at a forever home is threatened by an unexpected danger.

Pitch Black

A rescue mission brings Tia and daughter Mariah face-to-face with a protective mama dog and her litter of seven puppies. With Villalobos now overrun with puppies, it's up to new parolee William to step up and keep control of the rowdy pups.

Puppy-Palooza

Two stray pit bulls hiding beneath a two-ton stack of lumber lure Tia into a dramatic and potentially deadly rescue. Then a colorful Bayou couple visit Villalobos in the hope of adopting a dog to fill the void left by their recently deceased pup.

Giving Back

Tia receives a call about a puppy stuck in a pipe at the edge of the river and enlists the help of the twins and the parolees to rescue the dog. Then, it's up to Tania and Perry to help build up a shy puppy's confidence when an adopter comes calling.

Flood Watch

Tia brings in reinforcements to rescue a dog from a dangerous part of New Orleans. Tania is left stunned when she becomes the center of attention at her boyfriend's birthday party.

A New Future

Join Tia, her kids, the parolees, old friends and beloved volunteers for a special holiday gathering. Catch up with fan-favorite pit bulls who have been adopted over the years. Re-live the most surprising rescues and the most poignant adoptions.

Rescuing the Holidays

When a dog finally gets a chance at being adopted, the team has to drive all the way to Michigan for the home check. Their journey is disrupted when a plea for help sends Tia chasing after a dog that has been living on the streets for two years.

Can't Give Up

A dangerous rescue mission is launched to secure two dogs spotted running wild on the train tracks next to the rescue center. And, a husband and wife come looking to adopt a dog to help them heal after a crippling accident.

Collision Course

An adopter from Texas fails to connect with the dog he drove hundreds of miles to adopt, but Tia might have the perfect match. Tania deals with a shocking drop-off. And a work-release inmate is in the hot seat when two prison guards visit Villalobos.

Not Meant to Be

A frightening rescue sends the Villalobos team racing into the city in search of a dog reportedly hit by a car. And with kennels at peak capacity, hopes are pinned on adopting out a dog to a police officer and his sister.

Battle Scars

Tia gets a call about a dog loose at a construction site, and is shocked by what she discovers. A family with an unusual lifestyle comes looking to adopt a new puppy. And, when a favorite dog's cancer returns, Tia gets an emotional punch to the gut.

Rescue Resurrection

Tia and two parolees scramble to rescue a dog left for dead in a dangerous part of town. A college girl from South Carolina comes looking to adopt a special needs dog. And, the parolees scramble when a dog is dumped on the rescue center's doorstep.

Almost Perfect

Tia and parolee William go the extra to ensure a shy, special needs dog is adopted by a couple from Florida. Then, Mariah enlists a parolee's help to rescue a dangerously skinny dog. And, Tania and Perry struggle to plan their unconventional wedding.

From the Shadows

Tia heads to a dangerous part of New Orleans to rescue a mama dog left to die. And, a tropical storm threatens to disrupt Tania and Perry's wedding.

Perfect Match

Forty-seven abused and malnourished dogs are in need of good homes after a busted up dogfighting ring makes national headlines; however, one of the dogfighting ring leaders is still at large and sending death threats to the temporary shelter.

Last Chance

Tia chases down the mysterious origins of a dog during a dangerous midnight raid; long term Villalobos resident's chances of a forever home are threatened by cat; parolees puts his reputation on the line by recommending a friend.

A Diamond in the Rough

Parolee is headed down the wrong path, only days after being released from prison; former volunteer comes back to adopt a dog, but her Boxer has other plans.

Risky Business

Tia and Louise search franticly for a loose pit bull; Sui, a new parolee, handles his first adoption; Tania receives heart-wrenching news about Bluie.

Standing Strong

An old visting friend of Tia's is quickly is thrown into the fire helping with a rescue; former adopter wants to take on another dog; Mondo cares for an injured, drop-off while Tia and Louise race to save a loose dog on the interstate.

Helter Shelter

Mariah gets personal about getting more dogs in the neighborhood spayed and neutered when puppies are dropped off at the front gate with a note; heartbroken family hopes to fill a new void in their lives.

Dumped

Dog is left tied up in the blistering summer heat; Matt comes home to save a pit bull from being put down; Tania and Perry decide to adopt a new dog.

Healing Hearts

Tia and Matt are called upon to rescue some dogs from the home of their recently deceased owner; a potential adopter is looking for a dog who is able to thrive at a bed and breakfast.

Broken Home

Tia comes to the rescue of a handicapped puppy found in a sugar cane field; Earl is released from his parole, which leads to a new milestone in his life.

Giving Thanks

Tania spearheads an effort to find forever homes for Villalobos pups while Earl rallies the parolees’ festive spirits and enlists their help to decorate the Tahyo Tavern and prepare a very special Christmas feast for the Villalobos family.

Holiday Special

Tia scrambles after receiving a phone call about a severely emaciated pit bull. And, a campaign to build a shelter in a NY prison depends on Earl to convince authorities about the benefits of prison dog programs.

Above and Beyond

Maria goes to California to rescue an old friend; a puppy's behavior jeopardizes her chance at a forever home; Tia gets a call for an abandoned pit bull.

Good Gone Bad

When Tia hears about a pit bull tied up and abandoned in a vacant lot, she and Perry race to save him. Tia has a surprise in store for a returning adopter in search of a new family member. And a request from Earl’s son becomes a lesson in hard work.

A Clash of Wills

A veteran makes a heart-breaking plea for help being reunited with his dogs. A shelter overwhelmed by dogs rescued from shocking conditions seeks Tia's assistance. And a former volunteer returns to VRC in search of a new family member.

Saving Each Other

Following a painful break-up, a single dad visits Villalobos in the hope of finding a new pit bull companion for himself and his son. Then, Mariah and Toney rescue a puppy that may never walk if he doesn’t get the surgery he desperately needs.

Taming the Beast

Tia takes a new rescue to the vet and receives heart-wrenching news; community rallies to raise funds for Earl's surgery; Mariah must conquer her greatest fear when an adopter with an unique challenge arrives.

From Darkness to Dawn

After spending over 10 years in VRC's kennels, a Hurricane Katrina survivor has a shot at a forever home. And, Louise and Matt search for a loose pit bull on the streets and end up finding more than they bargained for.

Long Road Home

When a blind pit bull is attacked by other dogs, the team steps in and takes responsibility for his recovery. And, a couple from Pittsburgh mourning the loss of their pit bull, visits Villalobos and falls in love with one of Tia's favorite dogs.

Blind Hope

After her beloved dog passes away, an adopter comes to VRC hoping to fill the void in her heart. Louise and Matt rescue a dog that was hit by a car. And Tia's appearance on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart is threatened when her dog gets sick.

Hero's Journey

After risking life and limb to rescue a scared pit bull, Tia finds herself battling with a local shelter over the dog’s fate. And, after a long recovery, a dog that was rescued from the brink of death finally has a shot at a forever home in Boston.

Why We Go On

Unforgettable

A new season brings new challenges as Villalobos Rescue Center expands beyond New Orleans and into the surrounding swamps, opening a satellite shelter in nearby Assumption Parish.

New Frontiers

Stray dog from the swamp comes to Villalobos; an overwhelmed owner hands over two sickly puppies to Tia; and a Villalobos favorite may have found a home.

Jail Break

A parolee takes the lead in a rescue in an attempt to assume more responsibility; a woman looks for a dog that will be comfortable around her chickens; Tia saves a pit bull with scars that indicate a painful history.

Scarred

Matt hurries to save puppies that are under railroad ties; a California couple search for a new best friend; bad news arrives about one of Villalobos' favorite dogs.

New Heights

A family from New Hampshire visits Villalobos in hopes of finding a new companion; an alert about an aggressive dog results in a heartbreaking discovery; Earl visits a spine specialist to address his chronic pain.

Knife's Edge

A mission to rescue a stray turns into a terrifying ordeal for Matt, forcing Tania to take the lead. Meanwhile, a new recruit experiences the heartbreak associated with a life in dog rescue; and one of the center's favorites has a shot at a forever home.

Shock to the System

A dog is tied up in an abandoned house, presenting a unique challenge for Tia to rescue it. Meanwhile, Tania works hard to find a home for one of Villalobos' residents, but the adoption could fall through due to a health scare.

First Time for Everything

After a dog is shot, Tia races to save his life. Then, Matt and Lizzy scramble to rescue a scared and sick puppy running loose on the busy roads near the warehouse. And after red-flags are raised during a home check, Tia faces an agonizing decision.

Blindsided

Tia and her staff scramble to coax a scared dog, hiding under a vehicle, to safety. Tania's in-laws are seeking a new addition to their home. And, Tia's sone Moe and his fiancée Lizzy prepare for their wedding day.

The One

A pit bull is abandoned by its owners in an empty house; a mother and daughter come from Oklahoma looking for a new best friend; Tia's dog Jethro becomes ill.

A New Best Friend

A dog has a tumor that could affect its chances of getting a forever home; an aggressive dog becomes a danger to the staff; Villalobos hopes to bring a stray and its owner together again.

Low Rider

With the holidays quickly approaching, Tia surprises her family, the parolees and every dog at the rescue with an extraordinary gift. But turning this giant gift into something Villalobos can actually use will require herculean effort.

The Gift

In one of the worst cases of neglect Tia has ever seen, the team tries to nurse a severely malnourished dog back to health. And, ten years after Hurricane Katrina, one of the survivors finally has a chance at a forever home.

A Long Time Coming

When a tornado tears through New Orleans, Tania takes charge - but is furious when the parolees fail to show up to help. And a fellow pit bull trainer seeks Tia's help adopting a dog she can put to work.

Eye of the Storm

Tia enlists Matt's help adopting a patrol dog out to his former home, Dixon prison. Then, Tia gets a call about two dogs left behind when their owners abandoned the property. And, Tania has trouble letting go when Brandi is up for adoption.

Behind Bars

When a reputed dognapper dumps a dog at Villalobos, Mariah scrambles to find the owner. A new parolee needs Tia's help when he realizes he is in over his head. And, after having her last adoption fall through, Smack has a second chance at a loving home.

A Street Dog Named Desire

An outbreak of disease in the swamps threatens the dogs. Tania goes out on her own to save a stray pit from the streets and is faced with a difficult rescue. And after years of waiting for a forever home, Jackson finally gets his shot.

The Incomparable Dr. K

Tia is short-staffed, but finding a parolee who is prepared for the demands of the job is proving difficult. Then, when Tia hears about a pack of pit bulls running in the street, the team races to the rescue and find an overwhelmed owner.

New Day, New Blood

Follow Tia Torres, founder of Villalobos Rescue Center, and her family as they rehabilitate both felons and ill-reputed pit bulls who come together to rescue one another from their dim pasts, and bring new meaning to life.

All Episodes of Pit Bulls and Parolees

All Episodes of Pit Bulls and Parolees

Season 1

Second Chance Ranch

Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 10/30/2009

Redemption

Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 11/6/2009

Whiteout

Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 11/13/2009

Crisis

Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 11/20/2009

On the Run

Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 11/27/2009

Sin City

Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 12/4/2009