When Tania and Matt try to rescue a stray, Matt gets the scare of a lifetime and Tania takes over. A new recruit learns the heartbreak that comes with a life in dog rescue. And one of Villalobos' favorite ladies finally has a shot at a home of her own.

Tia rescues a dog tied up in an abandoned house, but getting him out proves a challenge. And Tania pulls out all the stops to get an unusual resident a home, but a health scare puts the adoption at risk.

Tia races to save the life of a dog that's been shot; a scared and sick puppy running loose near heavy traffic is pursued by Matt and Lizzy; Tia faces an agonizing decision after a home inspection raises red-flags.