During the month of May, an agent of the RSPCA intervened on a property Stoke-on-Trent after receiving a call about a pony in a complex situation. In fact, the animal was stuck inside a tractor tire and was unable to get out on its own.
Helped by local residents, Nicole Riley of the RSPCA proceeded carefully. “ The rescue was very delicate, she explains to the editorial staff of People, the poor pony was completely stuck in the tire and, understandably, very scared and uncomfortable. »
A beautiful chain of solidarity
“ We had to proceed in stages to free him safely: first by gently freeing his front legs, then carefully freeing his shoulder before finally freeing his neck and forequarters, she specifies, luckily everyone worked really well together and we managed to get him out without him being hurt. »
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Shortly after its release, the animal was able to get up and walk on its own. “ (…) This could have ended very differently, so I'm really grateful to the locals who stopped to help us », adds Nicole.
The latter monitored the equine for an hour to make sure everything was okay. The tire, meanwhile, was moved to avoid further accidents. Following the rescue, the pony's owner received advice and documentation from the RSPCA to protect their animals.
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Woopets' advice: what to do if you find your horse injured in its meadow?
Is your horse or pony injured while in the field? The first thing to do is to stay calm so as not to increase your stress. Approach him slowly to assess the severity of the injury without rushing him. Check to see if he is bleeding, limping badly, or showing signs of pain. If there is a deep wound, heavy bleeding, or difficulty moving, contact your veterinarian immediately.
While waiting for his arrival, you can lightly clean the wound with clean water and physiological serum, then apply a clean compress to limit contamination. Do not use aggressive products or medications without veterinary advice.
Finally, remember to examine the meadow to identify the origin of the accident (broken fence, presence of sharp objects, holes, branches, etc.). This will allow you to make the necessary arrangements for the safety of your animals and avoid any further incidents.