Animal Planet Announces PIT BOSS - Rescuing, Rehab'ing And Training The Most Misunderstood Of Dogs - Pit Bulls

Former actor, entertainment guru and pit bull rescuer Shorty Rossi has lofty ideals, a tough attitude and an entertainment industry rolodex to help his cause. And he's gathered together three friends/employees - Ronald, Ashley and Sebastian - to take on the gargantuan task of rescuing, rehab'ing and training the most misunderstood of dogs - pit bulls.

Shorty, a workaholic with a devilish sense of humor and quick temper, balances two jobs - running Shortywood Productions, a Hollywood talent management company for little people, as well as Shorty's Rescue, his pit bull rescue. Shorty, aptly named, along with his three cohorts happen to be little people who have the biggest hearts for these adorable dogs who often are bigger than they are.

From the producers of "Millionaire Matchmaker" and "Blowout," PIT BOSS is a docu-soap that follows the everyday drama and joy of these buddies and business partners who hit the streets of Los Angeles in their fight to overcome stereotypes - for themselves and the pit bulls they save.

Series Premieres Saturday, January 16, at 10 PM (ET/PT) on Animal Planet