Rescue crews in Florida helped free a 25-year-old horse from thick mud on Monday evening.
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The crews attempted to break the horse out of the mud's suction, but had to call in a veterinarian and some heavy equipment.
Dr. Alexandra Urban, from the Brandon Equine Medical Center, put the distressed horse to sleep while rescue crews used padded straps to pull Kiersa free.
The animal was eventually freed and veterinarians checked her condition and determined she didn't have any broken bones.
The newly freed horse woke up after about 30 minutes and was able to stand on her own as Urban administered IV fluids and antibiotics.
Following the rescue, Kiersa's family watched the horse closely to make sure she didn't exhibit any other problems.
