The WORST episodes of Pit Bulls and Parolees

#1 - The Story of Villalobos

Season 19 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/26/2022

More than two decades of second chances for the dogs and humans who need them most - it's been an epic journey for Villalobos and Tia's family; Tia looks back on the rescue's incredible history and shares a glimpse of its next chapter.

#2 - The Road Ahead

Season 19 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/26/2022

As the new VRC location nears completion, Tia and the team prep to welcome the public for a volunteer day; an Ohio couple feels a powerful connection with deaf dog Ben; Mariah draws on her passion for motorcycles to honor her beloved pit bull Tater.

#3 - Watching from Above

Season 19 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/19/2022

#4 - Bad Reputation

Season 19 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/12/2022

#5 - Mama Drama

Season 11 - Episode 10 - Aired 3/3/2018

Moe and Lizzy rescue a sick, scared stray, but a diagnosis proves tricky. A friend of the rescue visits in hope of adopting a dog that has previously been overlooked. And new mom Tania struggles to find a balance between life and work at Villalobos.

#6 - Diamond in the Rough

Season 6 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/12/2014

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.

#7 - A Gift from Heaven

Season 4 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/20/2012

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.

#8 - Flood Watch

Season 5 - Episode 6 - Aired 12/7/2013

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.

#9 - A Brother's Lifeline

Season 11 - Episode 11 - Aired 3/3/2018

A couple is torn between two dogs and can't decide which one to bring home. A terrified neighborhood stray in dire need of medical attention results in a difficult rescue for the VRC crew. And Country Matt returns, seeking a job for his brother.

#10 - Shelter from the Storm

Season 11 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/6/2018

Tia hires 3 new parolees, but things quickly take a turn for the worse. A rural shelter threatened with closure needs Tia's help. And a family recovering from the loss of their home and dog in a flood comes to VRC looking for a new best friend.

#11 - You Are Free

Season 15 - Episode 10 - Aired 2/29/2020

Tania struggles to rescue a puppy that is hiding underneath a shed. A potential adopter comes to Villalobos hoping to find a companion for her dog, and she's only interested in seeing hounds. A beloved employee learns that he's finally off parole.

#12 - 100th Episode: A Long Time Coming

Season 8 - Episode 13 - Aired 1/2/2016

Tia and the Villalobos team celebrates 100 episodes; Aftershow to follow.

#13 - Risky Business

Season 6 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/18/2014

A former volunteer returns to adopt a dog she fell in love with, but her Boxer threatens to derail the adoption. And, only days after being released from prison, a parolee is on the wrong path - putting his freedom at risk.

#14 - Redeemed

Season 9 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/19/2016

Earl returns from rehab, hoping to rebuild his life working with the dogs. A couple comes looking for a dog who can handle the crowded streets of NYC. And, Lizzy rescues a dog after a confrontation with the owner who abandoned it.

#15 - Making Miracles

Season 4 - Episode 13 - Aired 2/2/2013

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.

#16 - Return to the Ranch

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/30/2010

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.

#17 - Breaking Point

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/11/2010

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.

#18 - Dirt Road Refugees

Season 19 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/5/2022

Tia and Lizzy answer a distress call from a Mississippi shelter and take on eight dogs in desperate condition; M2 holds down the fort at VRC while juggling life as a mom of two; Mariah finds the perfect home for her special-needs foster dog Rant.

#19 - A New Chapter

Season 19 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/22/2022

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 wolfdog rescue; Lizzy and Earl help a music-loving Kentucky couple find the perfect dog to join their karaoke nights.

#20 - Pushing Forward

Season 9 - Episode 7 - Aired 1/7/2017

Tia attempts to rescue a stray, but her leg injury holds her back. New parolee Mike struggles to balance working and being a parent. And, a family comes to Villalobos hoping to adopt a dog for their daughter, but finding a good match proves a challenge.

#21 - Rescued from War

Season 16 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/8/2020

Tia takes in a pit bull that was rescued from terrible conditions in Kuwait.

#22 - Incredible Catch

Season 19 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/29/2022

M2 leaps into action to save a dog roaming the cane fields before it runs afoul of harvest machinery; Tia and Earl help match veteran adopter Kim with a senior dog; Toney and Emily make every day count for hospice dog Chester.

#23 - A Fighting Chance

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/20/2010

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.

#24 - Southern Dogs in the City

Season 13 - Episode 4 - Aired 2/9/2019

Villalobos is invited to participate in Dog Bowl, creating a chance for a handful of dogs to steal the spotlight; M2 helps a neglected dog left in horrible conditions; a couple take the first step towards becoming parents by adopting a dog.

#25 - Almost Perfect

Season 5 - Episode 13 - Aired 2/1/2014

A dog left for dead in a dangerous part of town must be rescued by Tia and two parolees; a college girl from South Carolina wants to adopt a special-needs dog; a dog is dumped on Villalobos' doorstep.