It was an unusual call for firefighters when a 1,500-pound camel needed to be rescued.

The owners of Moses raised the alarm in Clackamas County in Oregon City, after he fell into a sinkhole 6 to 8 feet deep, and was possibly injured.

The owners, who have several camels, had tried to get him out themselves but failed.

Firefighters had to carefully shovel mud for several hours to free the animal.

The rescuers were concerned Moses would break his legs if he'd try to free himself while still partially buried.

But Moses was patient, and eventually firefighters got him out.

A vet said the animal looked unhurt.