Tia races to rescue an emaciated puppy chained to an abandoned home. A couple visits VRC in hope of finding a younger sibling for their dog. And a Good Samaritan needs help rescuing a stray mama dog still bleeding three weeks after giving birth.

Moe and Lizzy rescue a sick, scared stray, but a diagnosis proves tricky. A friend of the rescue visits in hope of adopting a dog that has previously been overlooked. And new mom Tania struggles to find a balance between life and work at Villalobos.

A couple is torn between two dogs and can't decide which one to bring home. A terrified neighborhood stray in dire need of medical attention results in a difficult rescue for the VRC crew. And Country Matt returns, seeking a job for his brother.