Rupert thought he could have a go at being a Grand Prix showjumper and was found in this rather sticky situation last week. Being a typical cob he was still munching his way around the small circle of grass he could still reach!
He was sedated to allow the firemen to cut down the gate so he could be rolled off. After a few minutes laying down to have a rest he was back on his feet. After a good dose of painkillers he was completely back to normal within 24 hours!
That’s what we call a lucky escape…
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