I think it is about time someone has the courage to rell the world the truth about this wonderful breed of dog. Yes it does show graphics pictures of what some of these dogs went thru....."a picture is worth a thousand words" after all. Yes, some of the parolees talk about their past, but all are determined to change. If you prefer to live in a fantasy world where everything is perfect then by all means skip this show. If, on the other hand, you live among the more open minded of us and would like your children to be raised in the real world then I feel this show is a must. There are people doing horrible things to innocent animals all over the world. To turn a blind eye to it is nothing short of criminal in my opinion. How will the cycle of cruelty and violence towards animals ever be stopped if no one is willing to look at the results?
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Pit Bulls and Parolees
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Dog rescue series is more troubling than inspirational.
Themes in this show include: physical abuse
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for Ages 14–16
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About Pit Bulls and Parolees
Parents need to know that this reality series -- which supports the rehabilitation and adoption of pit bulls -- offers positive messages about rescuing animals and giving people (and animals) a second chance at life. Aided by sometimes-graphic images, rescuer Tia Maria Torres discusses how the breed has been abused and often misjudged by the American public; some of the pit bulls act viciously out of fear or pain, but they're mostly shown being affectionate toward humans. Dogs are occasionally shown being humanely put down by veterinarians when they're suffering. Expect some salty language (though the strongest words are bleeped) and lots of discussion about/references to ex-convicts' legal woes and former criminal acts (including illegally carrying guns, doing drugs, and committing check fraud).
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Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about how pit bulls are typically seen by the public. Do you think the breed's reputation has a connection to the way the media has chosen to portray the dogs?
- What about the ex-convicts? Do you think parolees have a harder time rejoining society because of the way former prisoners are depicted in movies and TV shows? Why or why not?
- Do you think that animals who've become aggressive as the result of abuse or neglect can really be transformed into good family pets? Or will they potentially be dangerous after being retrained?
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