Ep 2. Good Gone Bad

Tia and the team from Villalobos Rescue Center in New Orleans are back for an all-new season of Pit Bulls and Parolees. In episode 2 of the seventh season entitled "Good Gone Bad", viewers will witness the challenges of running a rescue center, rescuing dogs and releasing them into their forever homes.

The episode begins with Tia and her team receiving a call about a stray dog roaming in a nearby town. With the help of the local authorities, they manage to locate the dog and bring it back to the rescue center. Upon examining the dog, they discover that he is severely injured with a deep gash on his leg. With the help of a vet, they stitch up the wound and give the dog the care he needs.

In addition to rescuing stray dogs, Tia and her team also offer parolees the opportunity to work at the rescue center as part of their rehabilitation program. During the episode, we see the struggles one of the parolees, Joe, faces while working at Villalobos. Joe has a history of drug abuse and has been in and out of prison. With the help of Tia and the team, he hopes to turn his life around. We witness him learning how to handle dogs properly and also interacting with some of the dogs at the center.

As the title suggests, "Good Gone Bad", the episode also shows the challenges of working with dogs that have had a rough past. One of the dogs they rescue, a sweet pit bull named Roo, had previously been adopted but was returned to the shelter because of his aggressive behavior towards other dogs. Tia and her team have to work with him to rehabilitate him and help him learn how to behave properly with other dogs. We see them working with him, using positive reinforcement techniques to help him build confidence.

Another dog that the team rescues is a pit bull named Jethro. He had been seized from an abusive household where he had been neglected and left outside in sub-zero temperatures. He is terrified of people and his rehabilitation requires a lot of patience and care. Tia and her team work with him to help him feel comfortable around people again.

Throughout the episode, we also see Tia and her family dealing with their personal lives. Tia's husband, Aren, is dealing with some health issues, and Tia is juggling her responsibilities at the rescue center with her family life. We see Tia's daughter, Mariah, talking about her college plans and how she is navigating a long-distance relationship.

Overall, the episode "Good Gone Bad" showcases the challenges of running a rescue center, rescuing dogs, and rehabilitating them. It also highlights the struggles of people who are trying to turn their lives around after being in prison. The episode is heartwarming, showing the dedication and resilience of Tia and her team, as well as the pit bulls they work with. It's a must-watch for anyone who loves animals and wants to see the difference that rescue organizations can make in the lives of animals and people alike.