Ep 8. Divine Rescue

Pit Bulls and Parolees is a television show that revolves around the Villalobos Rescue Center, the largest pit bull animal shelter in the country, and its owner Tia Maria Torres. Moreover, it follows the lives of parolees and their efforts in rescuing dogs and pairing them with families across the country. The Heart-warming show has completed 11 seasons and is currently on its 12th, and in this episode called 'Divine Rescue,' we see some miraculous rescues.

In Divine Rescue, Tia receives a call about a senior pit bull abandoned in a heavily wooded area. The dog is found skinny, thirsty, and has a severe wound on its leg, complicating the rescue mission. To investigate the situation better, Tia sends Mariah and M2 to the location. They hike through dense woods and wander around for a while before finding the pit bull, which they name Dilbert. The senior dog is in bad shape, and the wound on its leg is infected, forcing them to take it to the VRC (Villalobos Rescue Center) for treatment.

The VRC vet assesses Dilbert's wound and recommends immediate surgery. Tia orders the operation and monitors the dog's recovery. During his healing process, the Vet discovers something shocking that shocks everyone. Dilbert had a needle lodged in his leg from someone's attempt to inject drugs into him. The situation becomes even more heartbreaking, and they vow to provide Dilbert with the best possible care in his final years.

Another instance of Divine Rescue is when Tia and her team received a 9-1-1 call from the city's animal control center. A young dog named Divine needs immediate help because it's been hit by a car. The team rushes to take her to the medical facility for immediate pet care. The vet finds multiple injuries, including a broken leg that will take time to heal. Tamara, a parolee from the center, steps up to volunteer for Divine's foster care.

Tamara is no stranger to nurturing dogs with medical issues, and she is more than happy to provide Divine with endless love and care. She takes her home and helps her achieve a speedy recovery. Tamara's experience in fostering dogs with issues helps Divine get back to her energetic self in no time.

As if the rescued dogs' stories weren't enough, Tia and her parolees receive an unusual request from someone in the police department. An old friend called them because they found a stray pig nearby that has nowhere else to go. The first instinct is to refuse to take the pig in as the shelter already has a lot to take care of, but the team decides to help in whatever capacity they can.

Acting quickly, Tia and her team create a makeshift space, and the pig they named Bacon settles in the VRC, surrounded by pit bulls and dogs. Bacon and the dogs get along well, and the team has a ball taking care of the free-spirited pig.

Throughout the episode, we see various other rescues of stray animals, which include a bunch of puppies and a stray horse. The team sets out to provide the animals with the care and attention they require, even with the resources stretched to their limits. Even as they face emotional, physical, and financial challenges, their love for animals and dedication to helping the community keeps them going.

In conclusion, 'Divine Rescue' is an episode that impacts the heart of every animal lover. Every rescued animal has a traumatic but inspiring backstory, and each dog is paired with a family that will provide them with a safe and happy home. It showcases Tia and her team's relentless efforts to make a difference in the rescue world, and it celebrates the bond between humans and animals.