Working with large animals always carries an inherent risk, but a recent incident in a Russian barn serves as a harrowing reminder of how quickly things can turn. A caretaker attempting to soothe a troubled, in-heat mare was suddenly ambushed and attacked by the distressed animal.While horses are usually gentle companions, extreme stress and intense hormonal surges can make them entirely unpredictable. A routine barn task turned into a terrifying ordeal in seconds.