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The search and rescue team was assisted by personnel from the UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital's Large Animal Clinic, the North Valley Animal Disaster Group, the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office, and Yolo Fire.
A pulley system was erected and the rescuers were able to hoist the mare, named Matsie, out of the dark basement.
The team said Matsie "was reunited with her family and friends."
"The team collaboration between the response groups that frequently train together to perform a difficult rescue showed that their dedication and training pays off," the post said. "Technical equipment that was critically needed on this rescue was donated by Halter Project."