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If You Know Tia, You Know She Doesn't Like Surprises

Tia DOES NOT LIKE SURPRISES ... But her kids wanted to surprise her! And they sure did -- pleasantly so. Well done, Rita Earl Photography and kids! Happy holidays!

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See what's happening in the summer of second chances when Pit Bulls and Parolees returns with new episodes Saturday, August 5.WWW

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Pit Bulls and Parolees Extended Sneak Peek

Animal Planet's Executive Producer Lisa Lucas sits down with Tia Torres after the Season 6 premiere for a little Q&A in the all-new Aftershow. See the timelapse of the studio setting up.WWW

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Get Ready for a Great Aftershow!

Break out the tissues because our old friend Cheech finally found his forever home and family! Tears were definitey shed in the final farewell -- but of joy and happiness at seeing this great dog finally find a loving home.WWW

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Cheech Finally Finds His Forever Home and Family!

Tia and the Villalobos team head to the St. Martin Parish Animal Shelter to take dogs rescued from a fighting ring back to VRC. The poor pups have been through hell and back â€¦ but they still manage to have nothing but love for humans.WWW

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Rescuing Dogs from a Fighting Ring Is Always Heartbreaking

Another season of Pit Bulls & Parolees with the Villalobos team begins! Join Tia Torres and her crew in Season 6 for more tough rescues in New Orleans where their work is never done. But they will fight on to help save as many pit bulls as they can!WWW

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Pit Bulls & Parolees Returns with More Daring Rescues

When Tia and Louise arrive on the scene of a frantic homeowner being 'terrorized' by a scared pup, the duo are ready for the worst. The dog they soon meet is VERY different from their usual calls.WWW

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Tia and Louise SHOCKED - Not Your 'Typical' Villalobos Rescue

When Bug, who has been at Villalobos for a very long time, finally has a chance at a forever home, Tia wants to go the extra mile to make sure she's ready for the lengthy trip - i.e. Acupunture ... The only question is: WILL SHE LIKE IT?!WWW

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Acupuncture for Dogs Is a Thing

When Tia and Louise set off to reunited a little chihuahua named Pizza with his long lost owner, he is SO happy (sitting on Louise's lap) that he could PEE. Thanks for taking one for the team, Louise!WWW

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REUNITED! This Pup Is SO Excited He Could Pee ... *ON* Louise

Team Villalobos race off to a crime scene before it's cleared and remaining dogs are moved to a county shelter -- which often can be a death sentence for pit bulls! Can they save these poor pups in time?!WWW

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Dogs at an Active Crime Scene Desperately Need Villalobos' Help!

The kids make Mom proud with all the incredible work they've done on their new business to support the rescue - a bar! Cajun for "thirsty dog," "Tahyo" Tavern is open for business!WWW

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Headed to Nawlins'? Tahyo Tavern is Open for Business!

Part 3: Wonder what Tia's many tattoos are all about? Hear what she has to say and find out what her family thinks about being on the show.WWW

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Aftershow:Tia Talks Tattoos and Family

Part 4: Everyone deserves a second chance. Parolees aren't a "risk" to work with - they're just people who've made mistakes along the way.WWW

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Aftershow:Parolees Are Just People Who Made Mistakes Along the Way

Part 2: How did Tia get started in the dog rescue world? Well, it was certainly unconventional.WWW

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Aftershow:Tia Used to Train WOLVES and Other Exotic Animals in Sri Lanka

Part 1: Is it hard to say goodbye to dogs getting adopted after developing such strong bonds? Tia answers that question AND addresses why she thinks there are so many more dogs to rescue in New Orleans vs. their former California region.WWW

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Aftershow:Villalobos Has Over 400 Dogs! WHY?

Part 5: Is there ever a situation where dogs and/or people don't deserve a second chance in Tia's eyes? Annnnd ... find out Tia's "secret talent"!WWW

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Aftershow:Do Dogs and People Ever NOT Deserve a Second Chance?

Part 7: Since the beginning of the series, has Tia seen a change in the perception of pit bulls? And, why does she think it's important to give parolees a second chance?WWW

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Aftershow:Is the Perception of Pit Bulls Changing?

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Tania and Louise head to New Hampshire to do a final home check for one pup named Rhett. They're a little concerned about how he'll take to snow ... but, he seems to adjust pretty easily.WWW

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Finding a Forever Home and SNOW in New Hampshire

When Tania came up with the idea to do a photo shoot to create a calendar to fundraise for Villalobos, everyone was a little unsure of how it would turn out - based on the chaos of some of the shoots ... But, the results are pretty awesome!WWW

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A Photo Shoot with Dogs Isn't Always a Success ... But This One Is!

Hey, YOU try recording a holiday greeting with four kids and see how that goes! Tia Torres and the entire Pit Bulls and Parolees team wish you and your family a very happy holidays!WWW

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Happy Holidays from Our Family to Yours!

SNEAK PEEK: Tania and the Villalobos team have come up with a GREAT idea to help get the pups adopted: photo shoot for a calendar to raise awareness and funds! But trying to shoot pictures with VERY ACTIVE dogs isn't as easy as it looks.WWW

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Senior Dogs Need All the Help They Can Get to Be Adopted

Tia is put in a difficult position when she has to rescue a loose beagle and isn’t healthy enough to chase after it.WWW

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Rescuing a Beagle When You Can’t Run

Tania and Matt head to an isolated part of Assumption Parish where many people dump their trash … and dogs. They're on a dire mission to help one dog in hot temps before it's too late.WWW

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Beware of Dog! Tread Lightly When Approaching a Scared Pup

When she encounters on frightened pup, Tania pulls all the moves from her dog rescue playbook. She puts all the lessons learned from her pro Mama to use to get this sweet dog to trust her.WWW

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How to Get a Dog to Trust You

Yahtzee takes to the water as she gets settled in Texas.WWW

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Yahtzee is a Winner in Her Forever Home

Tia shares some of the difficulties hounds like Louisa go through out in the swamps.WWW

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It’s Hard Out Here for a Hound

When Tia is testing a dog named Artemis to see if she's cool with kids on skateboards, she totally hits it off. She's just hangin' at the skate park, whatevs.WWW

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One. RAD. Dog. See Artemis Hang with the Skateboard Bros

Joe’s first rescue is a baptism by fire as he witnesses two stray dogs in a fight.WWW

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A Dog Fight Leaves Joe in Shock

Tia gets a call from Louise about a dog that's trapped in an abandoned house. And in stifling summer temps and humidity, that's like being in an oven for a poor pup. Tia's on the move to find this pup before it's too late.WWW

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A Dog Trapped in an Abandoned House in Stifling Heat is DANGEROUS

Lizzy checks in on how Loretta and Holler are doing in their new home with Lori and Spartie.WWW

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Two Country Hounds Find a Home Together in the Big Easy

Tia finds an older dog who was tied up in a tiny, stilfing hot room of an abandoned house. She hurries to get him out of the house and to the fresh air outside.WWW

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Helping a Senior Dog Escape Dangerous Heat

Melfi isn’t taking to life back in a kennel after Tania and Earl picked her up from a shelter in Mississippi.WWW

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Melfi’s Return to Villalobos

Earl's finally had surgery on his spine -- and HURRAY! -- the recovery is looking good! Earl feels like at least 50% of the pain has subsided and he's feeling pretty hopeful.WWW

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Good News for Earl's Post Surgery Recovery