Free dog adoptions for Presidents Day in Williamson County

Looking for a new pet? The Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter is offering free adoptions for some dogs for Presidents Day.

Cat of the Weekend: Wonky at WCRAS
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This sweet little three-month-old kitten is ready to purr her way into your home and heart. She has mild mobility issues and walks a little "wonky," hence her name. She would do best in a single-pet home. Wonky is available for adoption at the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter.

American bald eagles build new home at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center

Alongside all the human innovations, the Kennedy Space Center has become known for its refuge for thousands of animals -- including America’s national bird.

Flaco the escaped Central Park Zoo owl can remain in the wilds of NYC

Central Park Zoo officials say they are dropping efforts to capture Flaco, a majestic Eurasian eagle-owl that escaped captivity two weeks ago.

Firefighters pull elk struggling in frozen pond

The stunned animal took a moment to turn around and face his rescuers before running off.

'Rare' baby chimpanzee born at Florida safari park

A baby chimpanzee was born at Lion Country Safari in Loxahatchee, Florida, in late January, the second chimp born at the facility in a little over a year, the park said.

Dog of the Weekend: Ivory at WCRAS
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Seven-year-old Ivory is ready to find her forever home after living with Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter since last October. This sweet mix can shake and shake up your life. WCRAS says she'd do best in a home with older children or adults and she's not a fan of small, furry things. She is available for adoption at WCRAS.

Dead whale washes ashore in NYC

Another dead whale has been found on the shore of a local beach.

Pet of the Week: Scarlet from Bastrop County Animal Services
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Scarlet is an 8-month-old Terrier Chihuahua Mix who is an absolute sweetheart. She weighs about 8 lbs. right now, and will likely stay under 10 lbs. as an adult.

Meet Bubbles: The first pygmy hippo born in Arizona serves important purpose

The Wildlife World Zoo in Arizona welcomed a new addition, and he’s an endangered one. A pygmy hippo gave birth to a healthy baby boy about a month ago, and on this Valentine’s Day, a pair of pygmy hippos are adjusting to being new parents.

Puppy Bowl: Austin Humane Society holds 16th annual event

Dogs were divided into the blue and red teams, with the red representing the Kansas City Chiefs and the blue representing the Philadelphia Eagles.