A team of specialists from Cleveland and County Durham rescued the cow. (Image: Cleveland Fire Brigade)
Firefighters from two brigades were called in when a heifer got stuck in a ditch, sinking chest-high in mud.
On Monday, April 29, a heifer at North Gare, Seaton Carew, was moved to safety after she fell into a ditch.
Crews from Cleveland Fire Brigade and the Large Animal Rescue Team from County Durham & Darlington Fire & Rescue Service joined forces to rescue the animal. 
A spokesperson from Cleveland Fire Brigade said: "After the rescue, the cow was left in the care of the vet and we wish her a swift recovery! Great partnership working and well done to all those involved in the rescue."
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