About this season
Pit Boss is an American television series docudrama that follows Shorty Rossi, owner of Shorty's Rescue, an organization set up for Pit Bull rescue. The series aired on Animal Planet from January 16, 2010 to March 30, 2013.
Episodes (7)
1. Dreams Come True
Aired 16 July 2011 • 60 min
A nighttime rescue in a deserted building in downtown Los Angeles goes horribly wrong when Sebastian is not able to hear Shorty's shouts for assistance; Shorty and his team go to great lengths to fulfill a young Make-A-Wish Foundation recipient's wish.
2. Death in Denver
Aired 23 July 2011 • 60 min
Shorty goes to Denver to try to change the minds of lawmakers who have passed breed-specific legislation that bans pit bulls from being inside the city limits; Shorty helps reunite a pit bull owner with her dogs and joins a nonviolent protest.
3. Pit Bulls and Pinot Noir
Aired 30 July 2011 • 60 min
Shorty and his team help raise money for an impounded dog in serious need of a leg operation; Shorty attempts to convince the owners of three abused pit bulls to surrender their dogs; Ashley gets stage fright prior to her improvisational performance.
4. Bad Owners Mad Neighbors
Aired 6 August 2011 • 60 min
Shorty goes on a rescue by himself to save a friend's trapped pit bull, and he comes face-to-face with an irritated neighbor who is not fond of the breed; Sebastian and Ronald are given the opportunity to co-star in a major motion picture; Ashley gets stage fright prior to her improvisational performance.
5. For Our Fans
Aired 13 August 2011 • 60 min
A "Best Of" special episode that takes a look back at some memorable moments from the series. In addition to highlights, Shorty and his crew share outtakes, bloopers and unseen footage from action-packed rescues.
6. The Betrayal
Aired 20 August 2011 • 60 min
Shorty renews his commitment to hold a series of frequent pit bull-only adoption events. Meanwhile, Sebastian books a secret entertainment gig on the side to help pay for his new hearing aides and convinces Ronald and Ashley to help out.
7. Separate Ways
Aired 27 August 2011 • 60 min
Shorty's angry confrontation with Sebastian leaves everyone reeling.