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

Villalobos faces one of their most challenging rescues when a house fire reveals a massive dog-hoarding situation. Two teachers fall in love with a deaf puppy they hope to give a forever home.

Mariah faces a challenging rescue when the dog in danger is deaf. Former adopters come back to Villalobos set on adopting a special needs dog. And the rescue struggles to track down a dog's owner because of outdated microchip information.

A senior dog is given a chance at a forever home. A rescue is complicated by the presence of two dogs. And the family discovers their personal dogs' origins when Tia surprises them with DNA test kits.

Four years after being rescued underneath a two-ton pile of wood, Thick and Molasses are still bonded together and looking for a forever home.

Mr. McGee has come a long way from being an emaciated dog eating crawfish under a car. See how his winning personality and calm demeanor make him a great family pet today.

Heartbreakingly separated from her former owner after a neighborhood dispute, Susie is still looking for a family that will love her as much as her previous one.

Always sweet and happy, Mr. Wags lives up to his name. See how his strong spirit carried him through terrifying injuries that left even the strongest Villalobos employees fazed.

Four years after being rescued from a 40-foot hole in the ground, Gemmill has become the "office dog" at Villalobos. While it is a noble title, the one that continues to allude him is "pet".

Wanda's maternal instincts led Marcel and Lizzy to her missing pups. Her puppies have since found forever homes, but she continues to wait for one of her own.

Krunch has come so close to adoption, only for things to fall through. Now that he's getting older, Earl wants to see that Krunch finds a forever home, before it's too late.

Don't tell Zak he only has three legs he doesn't seem notice! And while he makes himself at home at Villalobos Rescue Center, the staff there know he'll truly thrive in a home of his own with a family.

Three years after she was found hiding under an abandoned truck, Semi is still looking to be adopted. While shy and frightened when found, it didn't take long for her to show her true colors as a lively and playful dog.

Ash had a hard time adjusting to the kennel after living on the streets. But with a little love and attention, she has come out of her shell and is looking to be adopted.

Tania is baffled as to why a playful, child-friendly dog like Coco hasn't received any interest in adopters.

Tia nearly reaches her breaking point trying to rescue Buffy, culminating in a standoff that feels like a scene from a battlefield.