Dog the Bounty Hunter
Season 3
This series follows the exploits of real-life bounty hunter Duane 'Dog' Chapman and his family chasing down actual fugitives in the Hawaiian Islands. It grew out of an episode of A&E's "Take This Job," a 2003 series in which people with unusual occupations were profiled.
Where to Watch Season 3
31 Episodes
- California, Here Dog ComesE1
California, Here Dog ComesDog has been hunting Samu for over three years, but now he has only three days before Samu's bond comes due -- when Dog and Beth will have to pay $75,000! Luckily, Dog and the team get a tip that Samu's playing semi-professional football in the San Francisco area, and they head for California. With only hours to go before the bond comes due, Dog swoops down on a construction site where Samu is supposed to be. Will Dog get his man -- and save his money? - Take Your Daughter to Work Day
E7Take Your Daughter to Work DayBaby Lyssa, who's just turned 18 and is studying to become a bondsman, gets to do some on-the-job training when she helps Dog hunt for Wayne, who's run out on a bond for second-degree assault. A stakeout at one address proves a waste of time, but the team finally closes in on Wayne and prepares to take him down. - In Sickness and in HealthE8
In Sickness and in HealthDog is sick as a dog, but he still must lead the hunt for a fugitive named James. James' girlfriend tries to cover for him, but Dog surprises James in his bedroom and leads him away in cuffs. On the way to jail, Dog finds out that the reason James missed a court date was to protect his girlfriend from her ex-boyfriend. James also explains that a previous conviction led to legal trouble and ex-con discrimination that left him utterly disheartened. Sympathetic as always, Dog encourages James to persevere. - If the Shirt Fits
E9If the Shirt FitsBeth buys Dog a shirt with an embroidered chicken that looks like a dragon, but Dog explains he only wears shirts with pictures of either Jesus or a Harley-Davidson. When it's time to go to work, the team goes after Necia, a fugitive with felony charges pending and a history of failing to appear in court. - Cops & Criminals
E13Cops & CriminalsDog starts his day at a local elementary school for Career Day. He delivers a speech to grade-schoolers then catches up with an old friend. The fugitive for today is anything but ordinary and catching her will help with FBI with drug related activities. Will Dog catch her or will he be left to sit in shame? - Out Of Sight
E14Out Of SightAssault and restraining orders litter this fugitives’ past. With nothing more than a photo and a parents address Dog must turn to the victims for help. With a plan in place Dog waits for him to show up…a call comes in. The fugitive is at the airport getting ready to board a plane. - Cupid in Cuffs
E15Cupid in CuffsIt's the day before Valentine's Day and love is in the air at Da Kine Bail Bonds--but not for Tapi who has failed to appear in court on theft charges. Dog's plan is to have Leland knock on Tapi's door with a Valentine's gift to draw her out. They arrive at the house, but Tapi no longer lives there. - To Love and Cherish
E17To Love and CherishWith the wedding on everyone’s mind they head to the Big Island for the big event. Once there Leland has one last fugitive to capture despite the lack of time. Sadly Dog loses a daughter the day of his wedding and must decide what to do in the face of death. With the help of their preacher they will decide together…life or death. - Bustin' with Justin
E18Bustin' with JustinMisleading informants, belligerent boaters, and angry drunks are what Dog and team run into while hunting Kimberly. To make matters worse Duane Lee is sick, and a substitute hunter must be called in. They call in Justin to help with the hunt… but Tim and Leland fear Justin isn’t playing with the rest of the team. - Run Fugitive, Run
E19Run Fugitive, RunThe hunt is on for Steven, who has a history of domestic abuse. The team will seek help from on of his victims. Elsewhere, a 5K race is going to happen to help raise awareness for domestic abuse…so Beth is in training. The boys don’t seem to think she will make it to the finish line…can she prove them wrong? - Playing Possum
E21Playing PossumTim has thirty thousand reasons to catch Owen, who has failed to appear on drug charges. With time running out Tim gets Dog to help and the hunt starts with a missing in action co-signer. With only the family left to help locate their fugitive…will the family give up their secret? - Ticket to Ride
E23Ticket to RideDog sets out to find Jasmine, a woman who has a long criminal record. She has 37 arrests to her name which range from drugs to assault. Dog realizes she has disappeared and he will have to pull tricks out of his sleeve to capture this girl. Dog and the team also get new SUV’s. - Rocky Mountain Roundup
E26Rocky Mountain RoundupDog and the gang are back in Colorado helping out their friend and fellow bail bondsman Bobby Brown. Today's fugitive is particularly dangerous so the guys invest in some pepper ball guns. Family, friends and local police are helping out with this chase. Can they get their man? - This One's for You
E27This One's for YouDog leads the team on another adrenaline-filled chase in Denver. The fugitive, Robert, has a habit of address-hopping that makes him a difficult target, but Dog refuses to give up and finally tracks Robert down in his latest hideaway. Meanwhile, Beth's beloved father, Pops, is sick and isn't getting any better, and Dog dedicates the hunt to him. - Running on Empty
E29Running on EmptyDog and the gang have been in Denver for a month. With time running out his bails bonds friend has one last capture for Dog. With nothing more than a future in-laws address Dog must track his fugitive to make the bust. When Dog has to leave he leaves Leland and Duane Lee behind to set the trap and bring him in. - Inside OutE30
Inside OutColorado bondsman Bobby Brown’s got trouble and his name is Jackson. Weighing in at over 240lbs and standing six foot tall this bad boy has skipped out on a $10,000 bond. He also has four previous felony arrests to his name, and Bobby needs some help in reeling this big fish in. Dog, who can never say no to a friend in need, agrees to come to the rescue and the hunt is on! Dog kick starts the search and soon the team has both a hot address, and a warning. Jackson’s apparently holed-up at his father-in-law’s house. Once the crew is in place Dog pounds on the front door. After a long wait the father-in-law appears with a piece of surprising information. Not only is Jackson not at the house but he has found one of the most unique hideouts Dog has encountered in all his years of bounty hunting. - Growing Up is Hard to DoE31
Growing Up is Hard to DoWith twelve kids of his own Dog knows how hard it is to keep children on the straight and narrow, especially during their turbulent teens. So when his housekeeper Darlene tells Dog that her fifteen year-old granddaughter Shaiann has vanished, the team jumps into action. The case is at first puzzling because Shaiaan is a straight-A student with no history of trouble, but apparently there’s a boy involved. Because the search involves a young woman who is not a fugitive Duane feels a feminine touch is needed and puts Beth in charge. As a teen she gave her parents more then their share of stress by disappearing for days on end, and as a bondsman she knows all of the perils that the streets hold for young girls. So with extra passion, the team hits the streets to gather as many leads as possible.
