News

Actions

PHOTOS: Older horse rescued from fall into feeding trough

Posted at 12:15 PM, Feb 09, 2017
and last updated 2017-02-09 14:15:46-05

WINDSOR, Colo. — An older horse needed a helping hoof on Thursday after falling into, and becoming trapped inside, a feeding trough on a farm. 


(Photo Courtesy: Windsor-Severance Fire Rescue)

Loveland Fire Rescue and Windsor-Severance Fire Departments responded to help out Katy, a 25-year-old mare, partially buried under the hay. 


(Photo Courtesy: Loveland Fire Rescue)

Eventually, firefighters were able to loop harnesses around the seemingly-healthy horse and hoist her out with the help of their equipment. 


(Photo Courtesy: Loveland Fire Rescue)

Katy is scheduled to see a veterinarian, but appeared to be fine. 

---------

Sign up for Denver7 email alerts to stay informed about breaking news and daily headlines.

Or, keep up-to-date by following Denver7 on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.