ELORA – First responders got hands-on training in large animal rescue at the Grand River Raceway on Oct. 17. Participants learned how to handle large animals in emergencies including fires, medical problems and accidents – with or without the ideal equipment.

Organizers set up, placing ‘Rusti’ in his new predicament for a rescue scenario. Photos by Bill Longshaw

Firefighters practice securing a horse so it can be taken to an emergency unit.
