A group of good samaritans west of Calgary rescued a terrified horse stuck in a marshland after severe rain. The horse, a new addition to the herd, wandered off and got trapped in the muddy quagmire. Darla Connelly, concerned about the herd’s unfamiliarity with the wet terrain, saw her fears realized when a two-year-old mare got stuck.
Upon detecting the horse’s distress signals, volunteers from the Help Alberta Wildlife Society sprang into action with ATVs and rescue gear. The horse struggled desperately in the mud. Volunteer Daryl Glover braved the dangerous marsh to secure a rope around the mare, helping the team prevent further sinking.
Using the rescue gear, they tightened the rope, and the ATV’s engine roared, giving the horse a foothold. With each tug, she edged closer to safety until her rear legs found firm ground.
After the rescue, an unexpected act of gratitude occurred. The horse, instead of fleeing, approached Daryl, nuzzled him, and showed a “scent of recognition.” This stunned the rescuers, particularly Darla Connelly, highlighting the extraordinary bond between humans and animals.
The mare, seemingly uninjured, trotted off towards the tree line, leaving th
