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One TV Appearance Leads to a Happy Family Reunion

After months away from their dog, a family is reunited with their beloved pet, Tree, aka Sunflower.

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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?

Part 6: Tia talks about flying (and NOT doing it), NOLA vs. Cali, and shares what was one of her favorite rescue and reunion stories.WWW

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Aftershow:What's Tia's Favorite Series Moment She Watches Over and Over?

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After getting the OK to move to New York, Matt packs up and says goodbye to Villalobos.WWW

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Goodbye, Country Matt

SNEAK PEEK: Country Matt and Louise are frantically looking for a dog that's supposedly been hit by a car. Time is of the essence when you're dealing with an injured dog on the loose.WWW

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A Stray Dog's Reportedly Hit by a Car - Time Is of the Essence!

A good samaritan found and rescued a stray puppy trapped under a house. Fortunately for Country Matt and Louise, one man's good heart makes their job a lot easier.WWW

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A Good Samaritan Is One Dog's Hero

The Villalobos family gets together at VRC to cheer on Tia as she appears on The Daily Show! Tia shares with Jon Stewart the ongoing work and efforts of the whole team on behalf of such a misunderstood breed.WWW

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Tia Visits 'The Daily Show with Jon Stewart' to Speak Up for Pit Bulls!

SNEAK PEEK: Tia responds to a call when the SPCA show up - they attempt to use a catchpole on the frightened dog who FREAKS out. Tia steps in to help but a train literally comes barreling down the tracks and threatens her efforts!WWW

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Catchpole on a Frightened Dog - Probably NOT a Good Idea

Thanks to Tia's quick thinking, a frightened dog is lured into another crate safely and without injury. The poor pup was dumped under a bridge and the SPCA has picked her up - but can VRC save her from her 'rescuers'?WWW

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Tia Saves the Day and Dog … Again and Again

Remember Escargot? He was in very BAD shape when the VRC team rescued him - but he's made an amazing recovery and ready for a new BEAGLE-filled home in Boston!WWW

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Escargot the Beagle Mix Makes an AMAZING Recovery

When Lizzie returns from a her first successful home check and adoption in Boston, she gets the surprise of her life! Moe proposes to Lizzie in front of their loved ones … and she said YES!WWW

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ENGAGED! Moe Proposes to Lizzie … SHE SAID YES!

Tia Torres and the Villalobos team are back with all-new episodes in a brand new season of Pit Bulls and Parolees! Tune in for the premiere on Saturday, November 2, at 10 PM E/P.WWW

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New Life. New Orleans. New Season.

Mikey Dinco, Producer for 44 Blue, talks about the challenges of working on a REAL, real-life, reality show - things don't always work out. And, when lives depend on you, it's not always easy to go home without a heavy heart.WWW

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REAL Reality TV, You Don't Always Get Happy Endings

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

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

As producers, you must find a balance between showing the harsh realities of the show and the happy forever home endings. It's important to show the struggles of where the dogs have come from in order to show where they're going.WWW

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Revealing Harsh Realities Is Vital to the Message, to Raise Awareness for the Dogs

When Tia takes rescued puppy Blanche to the doctor to address her walking issues, the diagnosis means she'll have to wear casts on her two front legs for a while. We're sorry Blanche - but at least you're ADORABLE as ever.WWW

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Only a PRECIOUS Puppy Could Make Wearing Casts Look So Cute

When Tia and Louise find a sick, dying puppy on the side of a very rural road, they're racing to get medical help. But, they learn the difficult lesson that sometimes, it may be too late.WWW

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No Matter How Hard They Try, They Can't Save Them All

Earl is finally off parole and his Villalobos family - and family-family - couldn't be happier! Watch his loved ones come together to surprise and celebrate him.WWW

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A Big Celebration for Earl, Long-Awaited & Much Deserved