Animal shots of the week

In this photo provided by veterinarian Brittney Barton, Skinny the cat reclines in Barton's Dallas home Friday, March 8, 2013. The obese stray cat found wandering six months ago near Dallas has slimmed down from 41 to 34 pounds and has been adopted by the Barton, who has been overseeing his care. (AP Photo/Brittney Barton)