Firefighters rescue cow stuck in thick mud in Sydney's west - VIDEO - Kemps Creek
Published: 03 Aug 2023 10:36am
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has rescued a cow, stuck up to its neck in thick mud, on a rural property in Sydney's west.
The calf had wandered into the dam on Mamre Road, Kemps Creek, when it found itself unable to 'moo-ve' around 6pm yesterday.
A neighbour alerted the RSPCA which requested the assistance of firefighters.
Three FRNSW crews and the NSW Rural Fire Service responded, having to trudge more than 350-metres, with their heavy equipment and lighting in tow, to reach the animal.
Rescuers placed slings around the calf's legs and a slide board underneath it, safely wrangling the creature and 'steering' it to a nearby paddock.
One of the on-call firefighters who responded to the incident is a veterinary nurse and supported the calf's welfare, alongside Uni Vets Camden which provided drips and medication.
The calf was freed after the 'high steaks' two-hour operation and returned to its herd.
The RSPCA and local vets continue to monitor the cow's wellbeing.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Additional photos of the cow rescue are available on the FRNSW website. Video is available for download here - https://vimeo.com/851115333/045371d40b [external link]
Updated: 03 Aug 2023 10:40am
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