Pit Bulls and Parolees

Return to the Ranch

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

A Battle of Wills

After a teenager is attacked by a group of pit bulls, Tia finds herself thrust into a rescue mission to save an innocent

A Final Verdict

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

A Fighting Chance

Tia is touched by a heartfelt adoption application from a former prisoner turned mixed martial arts fighter. The plea se

Devastation

A potential adoption for a dog rescued during Hurricane Katrina sends Tia and her son, Kanani, on a road trip to Louisia

Beware of Dog

A plea for help compels Tia to deal with an out-of-control pit bull, leaving the owner grappling with a heart wrenching

Breaking Point

Tia and Jake are determined to find one of Villalobos' most unique-looking pit bulls a new home but when a promising ado

Mission of Mercy

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 me

Saving Tia Torres

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

Trial by Fire

A wildfire burns dangerously close to Villlalobos.

Life in the Spotlight

Tia follows-up on the most memorable moments of the past year, and looks ahead to life beyond the second season and the

The Next Chapter

Tia is faced with the daunting task of moving her family, the parolees, the kennels and the nearly 200 pit bulls that ca

Judgement Day

Tia's dream of relocating becomes a nightmare as fate turns against her. And, a call from the former owner of one of Vil

Prison Break

Tia sends Jake and Armando on a rescue mission to Texas, after hearing about two pit bulls who were wounded in a run-in

New Blood

Tia decides to hire new parolees, but one parolee may blow his chance at redemption before the first day is done. And th

Trapped

It's a time of celebration as Armando's wedding day approaches, but even on this happy occasion the dogs come first. Whe

Southern Uprising

Tia and the twins hit the road after she receives back to back calls for help from the South. After helping an army vete

Heart Broken

Tia's daughter faces a difficult decision when her beloved dog's health takes a turn for the worse. Then, Tia sends her

Burn Out

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

Pushing the Limits

Three roommates contact Tia about adopting a pit bull who can fit in with their extreme, fast-paced lifestyles. And, the

Cut Loose

Tia, Mariah, the twins and the parolees launch a massive rescue effort to track down a pit bull and her puppies that hav

Path of Destruction

After a tornado rips through the heart of Alabama, Tia and Tania head south to help a devastated dog rescue pick up the

Don't Blow It

Tia gives each of the parolees an opportunity to pursue their dreams, but for Bryan the path is more rocky and could end

End of the Road

While in Georgia, Tia comes face-to-face with one of the most shocking rescues of her career. And a surprise animal cont

New Orleans, Here We Come

It's a whole new world for Tia, her family, the parolees, and most importantly, her pitbulls, when they packs up their l

Face Off

Tia meets a family of eight looking to adopt a new dog after losing theirs to cancer. Then, a rescue-call takes Tia and

A Gift from Heaven

A volunteer at Villalobos adopts a dog with an uncommon history; a man who rescued two dogs needs help caring for them f

Ghost Dog

A pit bull is saved from drowning in a canal by a young girl after it evaded Tia for weeks; Tia must hire another parole

Saving Prada

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 O

Swamped

Tia and the twins board a boat to rescue a dog abandoned in a swamp outside New Orleans. Meanwhile, a young parolee is s

Trapped Below

A mother and her puppies are in distress and require a dangerous rescue mission; Tia is shocked by one of her most loyal

Boiling Point

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

Band of Brothers

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

Buried Alive

Memphis Grizzlies basketball star Zach Randolph contacts Tia about a dog that was rescued from a drainpipe; Mariah and E

Freedom Fighters

Tia and her rescue team land in a dangerous situation when an anonymous tip leads them toward a dog-fighting ring; one l

A Family Affair

New arrivals at Villalobos overcrowd the kennels after a friend of Mariah's passes away, a family hope to adopt four dog

Making Miracles

A dangerously ill dog is rescued by Tania and Tia from the streets of New Orleans. Villalobos favorite, Chong, takes a t

Storm on the Horizon

Tia readies for the worst as hurricane season approaches; a clue may help Mariah and the twins locate a dog's owner; Ric

Storm Surge

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

Out of the Dark

Tia recruits the twins and newly-hired work release prisoner to rescue a pit bull from the bottom of a 40-foot hole. The

Shell Shocked

Tania oversees the rescue of 10 dogs left to die in deplorable conditions. Tia helps a family find the perfect companion

Pitch Black

A midnight rescue finds Tia, Tania and new employee Perry scrambling after an injured dog. With the kennels pushed to th

Puppy-Palooza

A rescue mission brings Tia and daughter Mariah face-to-face with a protective mama dog and her litter of seven puppies.

Giving Back

Two stray pit bulls hiding beneath a two-ton stack of lumber lure Tia into a dramatic and potentially deadly rescue. The

Flood Watch

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 par

A New Future

Tia brings in reinforcements to rescue a dog from a dangerous part of New Orleans. Tania is left stunned when she become

Rescuing the Holidays

Join Tia, her kids, the parolees, old friends and beloved volunteers for a special holiday gathering. Catch up with fan-

Can't Give Up

When a dog finally gets a chance at being adopted, the team has to drive all the way to Michigan for the home check. The

Collision Course

A dangerous rescue mission is launched to secure two dogs spotted running wild on the train tracks next to the rescue ce

Not Meant to Be

An adopter from Texas fails to connect with the dog he drove hundreds of miles to adopt, but Tia might have the perfect

Battle Scars

A frightening rescue sends the Villalobos team racing into the city in search of a dog reportedly hit by a car. And with

Rescue Resurrection

Tia gets a call about a dog loose at a construction site, and is shocked by what she discovers. A family with an unusual

Almost Perfect

Tia and two parolees scramble to rescue a dog left for dead in a dangerous part of town. A college girl from South Carol

From the Shadows

Tia and parolee William go the extra to ensure a shy, special needs dog is adopted by a couple from Florida. Then, Maria

Perfect Match

Tia heads to a dangerous part of New Orleans to rescue a mama dog left to die. And, a tropical storm threatens to disrup

Last Chance

Forty-seven abused and malnourished dogs are in need of good homes after a busted up dogfighting ring makes national hea

A Diamond in the Rough

Tia chases down the mysterious origins of a dog during a dangerous midnight raid; long term Villalobos resident's chance

Risky Business

Parolee is headed down the wrong path, only days after being released from prison; former volunteer comes back to adopt

Standing Strong

Tia and Louise search franticly for a loose pit bull; Sui, a new parolee, handles his first adoption; Tania receives hea

Helter Shelter

An old visting friend of Tia's is quickly is thrown into the fire helping with a rescue; former adopter wants to take on

Dumped

Mariah gets personal about getting more dogs in the neighborhood spayed and neutered when puppies are dropped off at the

Healing Hearts

Dog is left tied up in the blistering summer heat; Matt comes home to save a pit bull from being put down; Tania and Per

Broken Home

Tia and Matt are called upon to rescue some dogs from the home of their recently deceased owner; a potential adopter is

Giving Thanks

Tia comes to the rescue of a handicapped puppy found in a sugar cane field; Earl is released from his parole, which lead

Holiday Special

Tania spearheads an effort to find forever homes for Villalobos pups while Earl rallies the parolees’ festive spirits

Above and Beyond

Tia scrambles after receiving a phone call about a severely emaciated pit bull. And, a campaign to build a shelter in a

Good Gone Bad

Maria goes to California to rescue an old friend; a puppy's behavior jeopardizes her chance at a forever home; Tia gets

A Clash of Wills

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 surpris

Saving Each Other

A veteran makes a heart-breaking plea for help being reunited with his dogs. A shelter overwhelmed by dogs rescued from

Taming the Beast

Following a painful break-up, a single dad visits Villalobos in the hope of finding a new pit bull companion for himself

From Darkness to Dawn

Tia takes a new rescue to the vet and receives heart-wrenching news; community rallies to raise funds for Earl's surgery

Long Road Home

After spending over 10 years in VRC's kennels, a Hurricane Katrina survivor has a shot at a forever home. And, Louise an

Blind Hope

When a blind pit bull is attacked by other dogs, the team steps in and takes responsibility for his recovery. And, a cou

Hero's Journey

After her beloved dog passes away, an adopter comes to VRC hoping to fill the void in her heart. Louise and Matt rescue

Why We Go On

After risking life and limb to rescue a scared pit bull, Tia finds herself battling with a local shelter over the dog’

Unforgettable

New Frontiers

A new season brings new challenges as Villalobos Rescue Center expands beyond New Orleans and into the surrounding swamp

Jail Break

Stray dog from the swamp comes to Villalobos; an overwhelmed owner hands over two sickly puppies to Tia; and a Villalobo

Scarred

A parolee takes the lead in a rescue in an attempt to assume more responsibility; a woman looks for a dog that will be c

New Heights

Matt hurries to save puppies that are under railroad ties; a California couple search for a new best friend; bad news ar

Knife's Edge

A family from New Hampshire visits Villalobos in hopes of finding a new companion; an alert about an aggressive dog resu

Shock to the System

A mission to rescue a stray turns into a terrifying ordeal for Matt, forcing Tania to take the lead. Meanwhile, a new re

First Time for Everything

A dog is tied up in an abandoned house, presenting a unique challenge for Tia to rescue it. Meanwhile, Tania works hard

Blindsided

After a dog is shot, Tia races to save his life. Then, Matt and Lizzy scramble to rescue a scared and sick puppy running

The One

Tia and her staff scramble to coax a scared dog, hiding under a vehicle, to safety. Tania's in-laws are seeking a new ad

A New Best Friend

A pit bull is abandoned by its owners in an empty house; a mother and daughter come from Oklahoma looking for a new best

Low Rider

A dog has a tumor that could affect its chances of getting a forever home; an aggressive dog becomes a danger to the sta

The Gift

With the holidays quickly approaching, Tia surprises her family, the parolees and every dog at the rescue with an extrao

A Long Time Coming

In one of the worst cases of neglect Tia has ever seen, the team tries to nurse a severely malnourished dog back to heal

Eye of the Storm

When a tornado tears through New Orleans, Tania takes charge - but is furious when the parolees fail to show up to help.

Behind Bars

Tia enlists Matt's help adopting a patrol dog out to his former home, Dixon prison. Then, Tia gets a call about two dogs

A Street Dog Named Desire

When a reputed dognapper dumps a dog at Villalobos, Mariah scrambles to find the owner. A new parolee needs Tia's help w

The Incomparable Dr. K

An outbreak of disease in the swamps threatens the dogs. Tania goes out on her own to save a stray pit from the streets

New Day, New Blood

Tia is short-staffed, but finding a parolee who is prepared for the demands of the job is proving difficult. Then, when

Second Savior

When a sinkhole threatens to swallow a nearby neighborhood, Tia teams up with cat expert Jackson Galaxy to rescue dozens

Never Meant Harm

After seeing their dog rescued on an episode of the series, a family contacts Tia in the hope of being reunited. Tia is

Down, Not Out

After Tia suffers a devastating injury, her kids have to step up to keep Villalobos running. Everyone's help is needed t

Redeemed

Earl returns from rehab, hoping to rebuild his life working with the dogs. A couple comes looking for a dog who can hand

Kindness of Strangers

After flooding devastates Louisiana, Tia and her team race to help the victims, including former adopters whose home has

Down Below

A woman travels all the way from San Diego to give one of Villalobos’ senior dogs a chance at a home. Lizzy and Marcel

Rock City Rescue

Tia goes to Detroit to assist a rescue operation that's in danger of closing. Back in New Orleans, the team is on the lo

The Gift

When Tia receives an adoption email unlike any she's seen before, she makes a cross-country trip to find a dog a special

Pushing Forward

Tia attempts to rescue a stray, but her leg injury hinders her. New parolee Mike struggles to balance working and being

Hounded

When a dog that was adopted out mysteriously appears in a shelter in Mississippi, Tania and Earl head to the rescue. Par

Going the Distance

After his adopter passes away, Tania heads to California to pick up a former VRC dog. A couple from Arkansas struggle to

Longing for Home

Newlyweds from New Jersey come looking for a new family member. Tia rescues an injured stray that the community has been

City of Second Chances

A mother and son travel from Boston with hopes of adopting a dog, but Tia struggles to find a good fit for the family. L

Young Blood

A new inmate from starts working at VRC, hoping to fill the big shoes that Country Matt left behind. Lizzy and Joe strug

A Girl Named Gun

A couple from New Jersey falls in love with a new best friend but the adoption gets put on the line when Dr. Kristen dis

A Home at Last

Villalobos' oldest resident, Summer, a pit with severe arthritis, has a chance at a forever home. Earl works to improve

Midnight Savior

A call in the middle of the night sends Tia racing to deal with a family emergency. A homeless man reaches out for assis

Tip of the Iceberg

After Tia and Sugar rescue a stray, they are shocked by what they find and race him to the vet. New worker Darius pursue

A Different Mission

Earl takes the lead in restoring an abandoned Rottweiler back to health. A service dog organization from North Carolina

Rising Tide

Concerned about flooding in Assumption Parish, Tia seeks a solution for how she and the dogs would be able to evacuate q

Our Growing Pack

A California man hopes to find a new dog to stay by his side as be battles cancer. After Lizzy rescues a sick dog, she r

Pit Bulls & Parolees Presents: Hounded

With Villalobos' country location overrun with hounds, Tia turns to a trusted parolee and his new wife to help get one o

A New Year for Villalobos

A homeless man asks Villalobos to take his puppies, so Mariah and Marcel decide to help people living on the streets wit

Shelter from the Storm

Tia hires three new parolees, but things quickly take a turn for the worse. A rural shelter threatened with closure need

The Dogs Who Made Us

This special episode takes a look at the dogs that will always hold a place in the family's hearts. From the first pit

Soul Survivor

A former adopter comes back to Villalobos to find a companion to support her through her battle with cancer. The VRC cre

New Arrivals

Tania races to rescue a mama dog clinging to life after being in labor for two days. A young woman comes to Villalobos l

Treading Water

Tania and Mariah make it their mission to help two puppies diagnosed with swimmer's syndrome take their first steps. Mar

Cutest Moments Ever

Tia, Tania and Mariah look back at the most adorable moments from the series, as determined by the fans. From surprising

Most Valuable Puppy

Villalobos is invited to attend their first Puppy Bowl, but which lucky pup will represent the rescue? New parolee Spenc

Left for Dead

Tia races to rescue an emaciated puppy chained to an abandoned home. A couple visits VRC in hope of finding a younger si

A Brother's Lifeline

A couple is torn between two dogs and can't decide which one to bring home. A terrified neighborhood stray in dire need

Mama Drama

Moe and Lizzy rescue a sick, scared stray, but a diagnosis proves tricky. A friend of the rescue visits in hope of adopt

Village of Wolves

Villalobos is tested like never before when Tia and her crew are called upon to rescue a pack of wolf-dog hybrids abando

A Brother's Return

Country Matt returns to help his brother, a new parolee, overcome his fear of dogs; Earl and Tia's daughter-in-law race

Never Let Go

The police need Villalobos' help when a woman in the French Quarter is rushed to the hospital, leaving her dogs behind;

Under Earl's Wing

A family from Chicago comes to VRC hoping to find their first dog; in Assumption Parish, Tia takes in a dog that has bee

A Clean Slate

Former adopters want to expand their family and adopt Caleb, a puppy that Tania rescued at birth, but Tia is unsure he w

A Puppy's Journey Home

Villalobos is stretched thin when rescue calls come in one after another; Lizzy tries to rescue a stray pit bull that th

Finding a Hero

A disabled veteran and his wife visit Villalobos to find a pair of dogs to help with his depression; Marcel and Mariah r

Divine Rescue

When former adopters return to VRC to find their dog a companion, Tia and Lizzy switch up their usual adoption procedure

Finally Free

Tia is confronted with the biggest rescue in Villalobos history after receiving a call about a pack of abandoned dogs; l

From the Ashes

When a woman calls Tia to surrender puppies she can't care for anymore, Tia is shocked by what she finds; months after t

My Underdog Life

Lizzy and Marcel team up to catch a stray pit bull; a family-to-be visits Villalobos to adopt a dog that will complete t

Pressure Cooker

Villalobos faces one of their most challenging rescues when a house fire reveals a massive dog-hoarding situation. Two t

Golden Girl

Mariah faces a challenging rescue when the dog in danger is deaf. Former adopters come back to Villalobos set on adoptin

A Family Connection

A VRC senior dog finally gets a chance to have a forever home when a couple from Idaho comes to New Orleans to find a ne

Southern Dogs in the City

Villalobos participates in Dog Bowl, creating a chance for a handful of dogs to steal the spotlight. M2 helps a neglecte

A Box of Puppies

A potential adopter wants to give a forever home to a senior dog that has only known kennel life. M2 and Kanani are shoc

Fire Dog

A potential best friend needs to pass a unique test before he can be adopted out. Parolee Jammall returns after a myster

Like a Boss

Tia and Country Matt team up to rescue a reportedly aggressive dog. When a local student wants to adopt a dog that can j

Last of the Mobsters

Tia and her kids race to rescue a stray dog near a dangerous, busy highway. An adoption requires some temperament testin

The Pitz Carlton

Lizzy and Elise struggle to rescue a dehydrated dog in the blazing heat. An anxious, abandoned dog is moved to a new war

Love at First Sight

Tia's son Kanani, and his fiancée M2, prepare for their wedding. Parolee Jammall finds an abandoned dog and asks Mariah

The Dogs That Stole Our Hearts

Tia, her kids and the extended Villalobos family reveal the behind the scenes stories of the dogs that have stolen their

Raised in Rescue

Return adopters visit Villalobos to find a dog that will feel at home on their boat. Tania and Mariah head out to rescue

Here in Their Golden Years

Wanting to give the senior dogs a special place, Lizzy, Tania, and Mariah create a "retirement center" at one of the war

Home Is Where the Dog Is

One of Earl's favorite dogs finally has a chance at a forever home. Tia heads to a small shelter in rural Louisiana to h

Happy Howl-O-Ween

Villalobos celebrates Halloween by throwing a costume party for dogs to help raise money for the rescue. An old friend f

Treasure Not Trash

Tania is shocked by what she finds once she gets a stray dog back to the rescue. An empty nester brings her family to Vi

Match Made Perfect

Lizzy and Elise struggle to rescue a stray on the train tracks near the Villalobos warehouse. Mariah enlists help to get

Sisters in Rescue

When a 3-legged dog has trouble finding a forever home, Amanda Giese from Panda Paws Rescue comes to New Orleans to help

Never Too Late

Lizzy tries to track down the owner of a dog tied up outside the rescue. An older couple comes looking for their first d

The Sweetest Thing

The family of Mutt, an employee who recently passed away, meets the dog that he chose for them. A stray near a middle sc

Storm on the Horizon

As VRC braces for Hurricane Barry, Tia and her crew ensure the animals' safety and Mariah and Earl tend to a stray Labra

Twist of Fate

Tia and M2 take to the water to prepare a pit bull for her forever home. A new parolee comes to Villalobos from Boston,

Pack of Puppies

A Harley-loving adopter comes to Villalobos from Michigan. Mariah and Lizzy struggle to catch a stray pit in New Orleans

Saved from the Fight

Tia is called in to help rescue five injured dogs from a dog fighting situation. Parolee Spencer gets out of jail and re

Escaping Death

When an aggressive dog is in danger of being put down, Tia heads to South Carolina to save him. A couple from Florida co

The Villalobos Bowl

Before heading to New York City's Dog Bowl, Mariah and M2 prepare their most eligible rescues for the big day. Toney and

Unexpected Development

As Moe and Lizzy reveal they are expecting a second child, parolee Spencer announces he's expecting his first. Alongside

A Dream Realized

Two strays lead Lizzy and Villalobos employees on a wild goose chase. A grandmother comes to Villalobos looking for anot

Dogs in Prison

A Pennsylvania prison offers to take 20 dogs from Villalobos. An emaciated pit bull fights for its life. A potential ado

You Are Free

Tania struggles to rescue a puppy that is hiding underneath a shed. A potential adopter comes to Villalobos hoping to fi

Not Giving Up

The crew helps pregnant Lizzy find an injured, older dog roaming the Ninth Ward, and a long-time employee gets some exci

Unexpected Call

When two lovable pups are dropped off at Villalobos' dog boutique, the VRC crew is determined to get them back to good h

The Toughest Choice

Tia and Earl face a decision about an elderly hound needing medical attention at an Alabama shelter; an abandoned, aggre

Rescued From War

Tia takes in a pit bull that was rescued from terrible conditions in Kuwait; an adopter travels from Michigan in hopes o

Danger Ahead

When Kenani is in a serious motorcycle accident, Tia and the Villalobos crew must band together to ensure him a speedy r

Last Chance Rescue

Tia races to a rural shelter in Louisiana to rescue four dogs from euthanasia. Meanwhile, Mariah and Toney give a scared

One Man's Treasure

Toney and Earl rescue an aggressive dog that is found tied up in front of an abandoned home; Mariah helps a deserted can

Everything for Emma

Mariah looks for a homeless woman needing to give up her beloved pit bull. Meanwhile, Lizzy prepares her favourite rescu

One Man's Treasure

Toney and Earl rescue an aggressive dog found tied up in front of an abandoned home. Tia and Lizzy escort a pit bull to

Rescue Dogs Reunited

Tia and M2 welcome back a couple who want to reunite their adoptee with her former best friend. Mariah and Toney discove

200th Episode

The Villalobos crew celebrates 200 episodes and recount precious memories. From Mariah's beauty pageant days, to memorab

Invisible Enemy

Tragedy strikes after Tia and M2 agree to take two emaciated hounds from a rural shelter. Mariah and Lizzy give two spec

No Wolf Left Behind

In Texas, Tia is determined to rescue over 50 abandoned hybrid hounds.

Earl's Path

Tia has a watchful eye on Earl nearly a year after his run-in with the law.

Diamond in the Rough

During the global pandemic, Tia and Mariah make trying decisions.

Befriending a Beast

After rescuing 30 hybrid wolf-dogs, Tia, Tania, and the twins return to Texas. In the French Quarter, the pandemic has f

Evading Capture

On the streets of New Orleans, the VRC crew is on a mission to catch a runaway dog. A Californian family wants a new fur

Life in a Cage

VRC is at its limit when the amount of rescues and drop-offs rise. Lizzy and Toney travel to a remote part of the city t

Mother of Chaos

Now a mother of two, Lizzy leans on Tia to help find a work-life balance; a California couple hopes to adopt a dog that

Sound of Silence

At a Mississippi shelter, Tia gives a hybrid wolf-dog a second chance. At the vet, Lizzy is forced to make a tough call

Change on the Horizon

Tia's plans to handle the flooding at the Clairborne Warehouse change when a hurricane heads towards the City of New Orl

A Safe Harbor

Facing new challenges, the VRC crew gets creative: Tia leads a virtual meet-and-greet with a lovable hound, Mariah helps

A New Chapter

As a hurricane bears down on VRC, Tia and the crew race to get dogs to safety; Mariah takes the reins for her first solo

Incredible Catch

M2 leaps into action to save a dog roaming the cane fields before it runs afoul of harvest machinery; Tia and Earl help

Dirt Road Refugees

Tia and Lizzy answer a distress call from a Mississippi shelter and take on eight dogs in desperate condition; M2 holds

Bad Reputation

Tia Torres and a crew of paroled felons care for abused and abandoned pit bulls and other dogs.

Watching from Above

Tia Torres and a crew of paroled felons care for abused and abandoned pit bulls and other dogs.

The Road Ahead

As the new VRC location nears completion, Tia and the team prep to welcome the public for a volunteer day; an Ohio coupl

The Story of Villalobos

More than two decades of second chances for the dogs and humans who need them most - it's been an epic journey for Villa

A New Chapter

Incredible Catch

Dirt Road Refugees

Bad Reputation

Watching from Above

The Road Ahead

The Story of Villalobos