RSPCA rescues calf 'drowning in mud' following tip off from tram driver

A new-born calf stuck neck-high in mud has been rescued by an RPSCA inspector following an alert from a tram driver.

Hannah Binns
News Reporter
clock • 1 min read
RSPCA rescues calf 'drowning in mud' following tip off from tram driver

A new-born calf stuck neck-high in mud has been rescued by an RPSCA inspector following an alert from a tram driver. The tram driver was on his way to work in Rochdale, Manchester on May 27 when he...

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

Login

New to Farmers Guardian? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358

 

More on Livestock

Preventing clostridial diseases in beef cattle

Preventing clostridial diseases in beef cattle

Vaccination is considered key to preventing fatalities from clostridial diseases in beef cattle

Farmers Guardian
clock 23 August 2026 • 3 min read
 Deer and Christmas trees combine to provide opportunities for the next generation

Deer and Christmas trees combine to provide opportunities for the next generation

David Grewer, from Pickering, North Yorkshire, says demand for venison is increasing and he is optimistic for the future of the sector

Angela Calvert
clock 23 August 2026 • 6 min read
Loss of lungworm vaccine prompts further thinking for disease prevention

Loss of lungworm vaccine prompts further thinking for disease prevention

The news that the current lungworm vaccine will cease production from 2028, is cause for concern for the UK cattle sector

Katie Fallon
clock 22 August 2026 • 5 min read