This bull literally kicked up his heels, celebrating his freedom after spending his entire life chained to a tiny stall.

Throw-back Thursday (#TBT) takes us back to August, 2014 when Austrian animal rescue group Gut Aiderbilchl rescued about 500 cattle from cramped stables.

In the video below, Bandit the Bull jumps, kicks, and rolls around in hay as soon as he realizes he's free.

Later, after a playful romp in his new home, an obviously grateful Bandit nuzzles his rescuer in a show of thanks for saving him.

Note: The other bulls in this pen were also freed–so fully enjoy the moment.

(WATCH the video from Gut Aiderbichl below) — Photo: Gut Aiderbichl, YouTube

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