Friday, December 12th TV listings for Animal Planet US HD - West
Dodo Heroes A House Full of Wombats
With the help of her two daughters and husband Phil, Donna Stepan runs Sleepy Burrow Wombat Sanctuary; she takes in a new orphaned baby in critical condition and the next 24 hours become a fight for its life.
Dodo Heroes Theresa and Scruff's Kangaroo Haven
Theresa and Tony Scruff Matthews turned their dream retirement home in Australia into a full-time kangaroo rescue; they're ready to release kangaroos Lisa, Luna, and Barbie, but an injury might threaten one of them returning to the wild.
The Aquarium Bacon and Tomato's Big Adventure
The staff becomes concerned when Jupiter, the rescued sea lion, is not himself; the Ocean Voyager exhibit awaits its new residents, black-blotched fantail stingray siblings Bacon and Tomato; Shelley the shy box turtle makes friends.
The Aquarium Big Is Beautiful
After eating all his tankmate's food, Tank the hungry sea turtle finds a space to eat in peace; two beluga whales are welcomed to their new home at the aquarium; Scarlett the lovable sea lion turns 2.
River Monsters Atomic Assassin
Jeremy looks into a series of grisly attacks at the site of the world's worst nuclear power plant accident.
River Monsters Colombian Slasher
Angler Jeremy Wade pushes himself and his gear past breaking point to discover what killed a bride in the Colombian Amazon; amidst dense jungle and hostage-taking rebels, Jeremy discovers evidence that turns the investigation on its head.
River Monsters Legend of Loch Ness
Jeremy's quest to locate the legendary Loch Ness Monster takes him from the depths of the Scottish lake to the volcanoes of Iceland.
Pit Bulls and Parolees Going the Distance
After his adopter passes away, Tania heads to California to pick up a former VRC dog; a couple from Arkansas struggle to make a decision about which dog to adopt; after being rescued, a badly injured puppy turns out to be a missing pet.
Pit Bulls and Parolees Hounded
When a dog that was adopted out mysteriously appears in a shelter in Mississippi, Tania and Earl head to the rescue; parolee Joe must separate two stray dogs fighting outside the shelter, leaving him shaken; hound dog adoption doesn't go as planned.
Pit Bulls and Parolees Season 4 Unleashed
Tia recalls dramatic rescues and heartwarming moments from the fourth season of the series; updates on featured dogs.
Pit Bulls and Parolees A Family Affair
Mariah is devastated when she learns that a friend has passed away; several dogs are dumped at Villalobos, pushing kennels to the limit; a couple from Tia's past and their father-in-law adopt four dogs, necessitating a trip back to California.
Pit Bulls and Parolees Swamped
Tia and the twins search for a dog abandoned in the swamps; a young parolee has a hard time coping with the stress of work and parenthood.
Vantara: Sanctuary Stories Prescriptions and Provisions
Wildlife expert Forrest Galante explores the rescue and rehabilitation at Vantara, a world-class sanctuary; discover how the wildlife there are saved from captivity, conflict, neglect, and are given a second chance at life.
Vantara: Sanctuary Stories Mind Over Matter
Wildlife expert Forrest Galante explores the rescue and rehabilitation at Vantara, a world-class sanctuary. Discover how the wildlife there are saved from captivity, conflict, neglect, and are given a second chance at life.
Vantara: Sanctuary Stories Habitats for the Future
Forrest visits Vantara to see efforts securing a future for rare species; he joins a cheetah feeding circle, meets newborn cubs and follows a once orphaned sun bear called Prince.
Vantara: Sanctuary Stories From Rescue to Sanctuary New
Forrest Galante joins the rescue operation to save animals from illegal trade and helps a sick Shoebill. From hippos to meerkats, he sees Vantara's care in action. Finally, Forrest revisits animals he's met before, witnessing their recovery and more.
Extinct or Alive Formosan Clouded Leopard
Forrest tracks clues and eyewitness accounts suggesting that the Formosan clouded leopard is still alive after being declared extinct; he treks deep into the jungles of Taiwan where a run-in with a predator might just solve a mystery.
Extinct or Alive The Legendary Cape Lion
Forrest ventures home to Zimbabwe in search of the mysterious Cape lion; he and the crew navigate the African bush determined to get DNA proof, facing threats of charging rhinos and huge prides of lions.
Vantara: Sanctuary Stories Habitats for the Future
Forrest visits Vantara to see efforts securing a future for rare species; he joins a cheetah feeding circle, meets newborn cubs and follows a once orphaned sun bear called Prince.
Vantara: Sanctuary Stories From Rescue to Sanctuary
Forrest Galante joins the rescue operation to save animals from illegal trade and helps a sick Shoebill. From hippos to meerkats, he sees Vantara's care in action. Finally, Forrest revisits animals he's met before, witnessing their recovery and more.
Extinct or Alive Formosan Clouded Leopard
Forrest tracks clues and eyewitness accounts suggesting that the Formosan clouded leopard is still alive after being declared extinct; he treks deep into the jungles of Taiwan where a run-in with a predator might just solve a mystery.
Extinct or Alive The Legendary Cape Lion
Forrest ventures home to Zimbabwe in search of the mysterious Cape lion; he and the crew navigate the African bush determined to get DNA proof, facing threats of charging rhinos and huge prides of lions.
Pit Bulls and Parolees A Family Affair
Mariah is devastated when she learns that a friend has passed away; several dogs are dumped at Villalobos, pushing kennels to the limit; a couple from Tia's past and their father-in-law adopt four dogs, necessitating a trip back to California.
Pit Bulls and Parolees Swamped
Tia and the twins search for a dog abandoned in the swamps; a young parolee has a hard time coping with the stress of work and parenthood.