A FERRET was rescued by firefighters after getting wedged between two concrete fence posts in Appleton.
RSPCA inspector, Caren Goodman-James attended the incident after the ferret was found by a member of public at Acton Avenue.
But Caren realised the ferret could not be freed by hand, so asked for assistance from Cheshire Fire Service.
Picture: RSPCA Frontline
The fire team used their equipment to push the fence posts apart and were able to free the animal – which the RSPCA believe is probably an escaped pet.
Caren said: "The ferret was well and truly stuck and was obviously very frightened - but once freed it was clear the animal was not injured.
"It was a good job the ferret's predicament was spotted and we were able to rescue him and I am very grateful to Cheshire Fire Service for their help."
Picture: RSPCA Frontline
The ferret is now in the care of the RSPCA's Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre in Nantwich.
If no owner comes forward the ferret will be found a new home.
Picture: RSPCA Frontline
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