Anyone who has been to the ocean knows how unpredictable it can be. One of the most dangerous things about the ocean is the tide. If you are in the wrong place at the wrong time, the tide can turn deadly.
The tide can rise quickly, swallowing people and animals in seconds. In some cases, it can lead to a slow and painful death. This is what nearly happened to an 18-year-old horse named Astro.
Astro’s owner, Nicole Graham, and her daughter were enjoying a ride on the beach near Geelong, south of Melbourne, Australia. But soon, the horses wandered into soft sand, which quickly turned into a muddy trap.
Nicole’s daughter and her horse managed to escape, but Nicole and Astro were not so lucky. They sank deeper into the mud, and Astro was soon stuck up to his neck in thick clay, in danger of choking. For the next three hours, Nicole stayed by Astro’s side, fighting to keep him alive.
As the minutes passed, the situation became more desperate. Nicole had to calm her 1,000-pound (450 kg) horse to prevent him from sinking even deeper into the mud. As the tide started to come in, Astro was getting closer to suffocating. He was also at risk of dying from dehydration and exhaustion.
Thankfully, Nicole’s daughter was able to get to safety and call for help. A rescue team and a veterinarian arrived on the scene. The vet gave Astro a sedative to keep him calm, while Nicole stayed by his side, talking to him to reassure him. The team even called a helicopter, but they couldn’t lift Astro because he was too deeply stuck in the mud for a rope to be tied around him.
The rescue team tried hard to free Astro, but the mud was like quicksand, making it almost impossible to dig him out. As the tide got closer, Nicole feared they wouldn’t be able to save her beloved horse.
Then, a farmer arrived with his tractor. In a last attempt to free Astro, they attached a rope to the tractor and pulled. That’s when the miracle happened. Together, Nicole, the rescue workers, and the farmer managed to pull Astro out of the mud.
You can watch the incredible rescue here:
Nicole, who owns 10 horses, often rides along the beach, but this was the first time one of her horses had gotten stuck.
Luckily, this story had a happy ending. But it shows the importance of being careful around the ocean, even in familiar places.
Most of all, this story is a beautiful example of the powerful bond between humans and animals. It shows that love and determination can make miracles happen!
Breaking: Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse Quietly Welcome First Baby (Photo)
Twilight actor Robert Pattinson is now a dad! Robert and Suki Waterhouse, have welcomed their first baby together after dating for years.
Suki announced her pregnancy in the most sparkling way.
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It was during her performance at Mexico’s Corona Capital Festival that Waterhouse let the audience in on her secret. Adorned in a shimmering pink dress and a coat with feathers, she playfully hinted, «I’m extra sparkly today because I thought it might distract you from something else that’s going on.» The reveal of her pregnancy came with a flourish of her coat, unveiling her baby bump to the delighted fans.
The couple was spotted outside with their baby.
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At 32, Suki Waterhouse, known for her acting and singing talents, became a mother. She and her 37-year-old partner, Robert Pattinson, enjoyed a leisurely stroll in Los Angeles, with Pattinson guiding a pink baby carriage.
Waterhouse’s relationship with Pattinson has been a constant for over half a decade. Their romance began to blossom in the public eye back in July 2018, and by December, they had decided to take the next step. «They are engaged. They both want to be married. It’s important for them,» confirmed an insider.
Another celeb who recently welcomed a bundle of joy is Gal Gadot, who became a mom for the 4th time. Read the full story here.
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