Austin-area animal rescue center raises $15K to buy new x-ray machine

Austin Wildlife Rescue is being rescued after a call for help on social media. The $15,000 needed to buy a new x-ray machine was raised in a matter of days.

Pet of the Week: Joel from PAWS
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Joel is a 4-year-old male Chihuahua mix. He enjoys being around people and would love to live in a house with other dogs. For more information on how to adopt Joel, visit pawsshelter.org.

That’s the spot: North Carolina bear enjoys scratching its back on tree in viral video

The video, which was captured by Debra Howell, shows the bear leaning against a tree while sliding its back up and down. The bear appears to be enjoying the experience.

Australian woman uncovers highly venomous snake slithering in her bed

"Check the bed carefully tonight," warned an Australian snake whisperer, who saved a woman from many nightmares after recovering one of the world's most venomous snakes from her bed.

Dog reunited with owner 2,000 miles away thanks to microchip

When veterinarians in Ohio located the dog's microchip, it showed that she belonged to a man named Jordan, a truck driver based in California.

Cat of the Weekend: Nala at WCRAS
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Sweet three-year-old Nala is looking for a family to give plenty of cuddles and love. She loves laptime and and just wants all of your attention. She is available for adoption at Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter.

Dog of the Weekend: Nyla at WCRAS
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Five-year-old Nyla is looking for her forever home. She is a happy friendly girl who has so far enjoyed the company of other pups at the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter and has gotten along with people of all ages. She's available for adoption at WCRAS.

Six live Giant African Snails found at Detroit airport by Customs

Six Giant African Snails which were meant to be eaten were found inside of a suitcase arriving at Detroit Metro Airport from Ghana, according to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Watch: Bald eagle parents protect their egg during California snowstorm

Named Liberty and Guardian, the bald eagles were filmed shielding their only egg from the elements during the “worst" incubation period in many years.