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Essex firefighters help struggling elderly horse

Essex County Fire & Rescue Service A horse on the ground with a firefighter in Ongar, EssexEssex County Fire & Rescue Service
Amber was found lying down and was unable to get up without some extra help

Firefighters have come to the rescue of a 23-year-old horse that was struggling to stand up on her feet.

Amber, was found lying on the ground, at Birds Green, Ongar, Essex, on Wednesday morning.

Essex County Fire ad Rescue Service said specialist animal rescue trained firefighters arrived with specialist equipment to support her weight.

The operation was a success and she was left in the care of her owner.

Essex County Fire & Rescue Service A horse being lifted up by firefighters in Ongar, EssexEssex County Fire & Rescue Service
Specialist equipment was used in the rescue

Her owner said on the service's Facebook page, said Amber was now doing well and age was "catching up on her".

They praised the service for being "so kind and amazing" and for being so fast to get to her.

Essex County Fire & Rescue Service A horse standing up with a group of people in Ongar, EssexEssex County Fire & Rescue Service
Amber was now doing well, her owners said
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