Operation of the Large Animal Rescue Service CH/FL in Linthal.

August 2024

During a 6.5-hour operation of the Large Animal Rescue Service CH/FL in Linthal, a sick cow recently had to be lifted to its feet through a complex procedure using a chain hoist mounted on the stable ceiling. After being supplied with oxygen and an IV, the cow—secured in special rescue gear—was transported as quickly as possible by ambulance to the Zurich Animal Hospital for further evaluation.

While most emergency cases involving horses are covered by insurance or private financing from their owners, the costs associated with the rescue of so-called livestock often pose financial challenges for the affected farmers. To ensure that these important operations can still take place, the SUST (Swiss Animal Protection) has been running the campaign "Livestock Also Deserve Professional Rescue" in collaboration with the GTRD since 2014, covering the uncovered costs of rescuing so-called "livestock."

Learn more about the valuable work of the GTRD here: www.gtrd.ch

Learn more about our commitment in Switzerland here: www.susyutzinger.ch/Sofort/Nutztierrettung-CH