Winch needed after Smarty the horse, 27, falls over
Fire crews rescued a horse using specialist equipment after it fell over.
Smarty, a 27-year-old horse, fell in the yard of a stable in Buckwyns Chase, Billericay, on Saturday afternoon.
Essex County Fire and Rescue Service said Smarty was lying on the concrete when crews arrived and was being looked after by a vet.
Using a winch, they managed to move him safely and help him back onto his feet. Smarty was left in the care of the vet.
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