Switzerland
Cattle is rescued from Gülleloch and immediately gives birth to a calf – that is, like his rescuer
A crane was used for the animal mission in Switzerland
© Screenshot “Protection and Rescue Bern” / Facebook
A pregnant cow fell into a manure hole in the canton of Bern in Switzerland. It was rescued with the help of a crane and immediately gave birth to a calf. This now bears the name of his savior.
Animal and complex operation on Tuesday morning in the canton of Bern in Switzerland: A cow fell into a manure hole, writes “Schutz und Salvation Bern” on Facebook. The professional fire brigade is on site together with the local fire brigade.
To free the animal from its predicament, it needs a crane. A picture of the deployment shows straps and a net stretched around his body, to which a hook is attached. An animal lifting net is required to secure the cattle, reports the “Tagesanzeiger”. The rescue workers were equipped with a special suit and breathing apparatus. That was required in the vicinity of a cesspool.
Photo from Switzerland: The newborn calf is lying next to the cow
A second picture shared by “Schutz und Salvation Bern” then shows half of a mother cow and from behind and lying on its side – as well as a newborn calf next to her in the straw. Because the fire brigade has just finished its mission in Mamishaus in the canton of Bern, the veterinarian who has also been brought in is already in demand. Immediately after the rescue, the pregnant cow gave birth to a calf.
The little one already has a name. It’s called Kevin – like his rescuer. “Of course we’re very happy about that,” quotes the “Tagesanzeiger” as saying a spokeswoman for “Schutz und Salvation Bern”. Both the new suckler cow and Kevin are doing well.
The participation in the mission and the birth of the little one is great. The images of the operation triggered a number of reactions and comments on social media. Thank you to the fire department for your hard work. One says: “I recommend a shower with lots of soap – for everyone involved!”
Sources: Protection and rescue Bern, daily indicator