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CherokeeKid
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Fri Aug 04, 2006 12:53 pm |
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Thanks for the update, SavannahStar.
Get well soon, sweet Barbaro! 
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| SavannahStar
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Sat Aug 05, 2006 11:18 am |
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Oh thank you, CK. I go to Barbaro's website often....not going to forget that magnificent animal! I continue to pray for his total recovery.
P.S. Occasionally I visit Websleuths....you do a very fine job posting there! 
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| SavannahStar
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Tue Aug 08, 2006 10:26 am |
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Cast change planned for Barbaro later today
August 8, 2006
KENNETT SQUARE, PA — Doctors at Penn’s George D. Widener Hospital plan to change the right hind leg cast of Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro later today. “Changing the cast gives us the opportunity to take new radiographs and evaluate the progress of the fracture healing and joint fusions,” said Dr. Dean Richardson, Chief of Surgery.
“His left hind hoof continues to show signs of regrowth and looks healthy,” said Dr. Richardson. The colt’s left hind foot, which had most of the hoof wall removed due to severe laminitis, has a daily bandage change for examination and treatment.
Barbaro remains in the Intensive Care Unit of the University of Pennsylvania’s George D. Widener Hospital, where he is recovering from injuries suffered at the Preakness on May 20.
For more information on Barbaro, please see www.vet.upenn.edu.
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| victims cry
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Wed Aug 09, 2006 5:02 pm |
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Veterinarians Encouraged by Barbaro’s Progress
By JOE DRAPE
Published: August 9, 2006
Barbaro’s fractured right hind leg is healing well, and veterinarians say they are encouraged by the progress the colt is showing in regrowing the hoof wall on his left hind leg.
Skip to next paragraph Barbaro, the Kentucky Derby winner who took a catastrophic misstep that shattered his right hind leg in the Preakness Stakes on May 20, was said to be resting comfortably today in the intensive care unit of the George D. Widener Hospital for Large Animals in Kennett Square, Pa. The cast on the horse’s leg was changed on Tuesday.
“The leg looked good under the cast, especially considering the length of time that he has been in a cast,” Dr. Dean Richardson, chief of surgery, said in a statement yesterday. “The radiographs also were encouraging. There is no sign of active infection. This is further supported by his markedly improving blood values over the last two weeks.”
Dr. Richardson added that Barbaro had come out of the procedure without problems and continued to be a good patient.
“He is a very intelligent horse and has definitely figured out the whole process,” he said.
The cast, which encloses the foot and extends up past the knee, will be changed regularly until Barbaro’s bones and joint are fused enough to sustain the colt’s full weight.
Barbaro’s left hind foot, which developed a crippling and often-fatal condition known as laminitis, is also improving. After removing 80 percent of Barbaro’s left hoof wall last month, Dr. Richardson warned that the colt’s chances of recovery were poor. Still, Dr. Richardson, along with Barbaro’s owners, Roy and Gretchen Jackson, decided to continue aggressive treatment for what could be a lengthy convalescence as long as Barbaro was not suffering.
Veterinarians are changing bandages and the protective boot on Barbaro’s left foot daily, and Dr. Richardson sounded a hopeful note in his statement.
“It is dry and healthy looking, with excellent early regrowth at the coronary band,” he said.
http://www.nytimes.com/2006/08/09/sports/othersports/09cnd-barbaro.html?hp&ex=1155182400&en=3af91251742bc86c&ei=5094&partner=homepage
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| CherokeeKid
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Wed Aug 09, 2006 5:29 pm |
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Thanks God, Barbaro is doing so well. I'm so happy for him!
Hugs & Kisses to this sweet and smart boy!
Thanks SavannahStar and VC for the updates!
And thank you so much for your kind words, SavannahStar! I can give the compliment right back at you and many of RU's posters!
Peace, Joy and Happiness to all of you!
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| pax
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Wed Aug 09, 2006 10:01 pm |
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This is all pretty amazing, isn't it? I mean, kind of rare considering the original prognosis?
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| SavannahStar
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Thu Aug 10, 2006 12:06 pm |
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| pax wrote: | | This is all pretty amazing, isn't it? I mean, kind of rare considering the original prognosis? |
Oh I agree pax....yes, yes, yes! It's really very encouraging.
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| pax
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Thu Aug 10, 2006 3:20 pm |
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| SavannahStar wrote: | | pax wrote: | | This is all pretty amazing, isn't it? I mean, kind of rare considering the original prognosis? |
Oh I agree pax....yes, yes, yes! It's really very encouraging. |
I'm really glad, and hope for Barbaro's continuing recovery.
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| SavannahStar
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Thu Aug 17, 2006 9:04 am |
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Video of Barbaro's walk outside. He's doing quite well...but still "a very long way to go." He's amazed us all thus far!
http://www.vet.upenn.edu/newsandevents/news/BarbaroClip8-14.htm
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| Gabrielle
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Thu Aug 17, 2006 10:52 am |
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thanks for keeping us updated, Savannah.
Just goes to show, with people or animals, perhaps we should never really give up all hope until that last breath.
(This has actually always been my biggest question when thinking about the right to take ones own life when they choose. I wonder when a person reaches the point that that are certain there is no hope? I suppose the level of pain endured would have a bearing......
sorry for the o/t, just thinking out loud here.)
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| pax
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Thu Aug 17, 2006 1:21 pm |
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It seems like Barbaro has a strong will to live and to be happy.
That's inspiring!
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| SavannahStar
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Thu Aug 17, 2006 1:44 pm |
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It sure is inspiring, pax!
Sometimes I just shift away from all the heartbreak stories of the day about HUMANS (LOL!).........Ramsey case, Holloway, the wars, etc., the fighting in HE...and just go back to Barbaro. (And also Vivi, the lost whippet in NYC.) Something about animals....calms our nerves, settles our stomachs, and makes us realize what a wonderful world we live in, despite all the turmoil. I really have a heart for Barbaro.  His story is, like you said, inspiring.....and wonderful. Glad we have this thread.
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| pax
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Thu Aug 17, 2006 2:12 pm |
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Yes, it's awesome.
Whenever people ask me why I like hanging out at the dog park, I say "the dogs are great, the people are okay, lol."
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| SavannahStar
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Sat Aug 19, 2006 3:14 pm |
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Newest update. It was a very good week for Barbaro!
Barbaro has had a very good week
August 17, 2006
KENNETT SQUARE, PA — Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro continues to do well, and is being hand-grazed for 20 – 30 minutes a day. “His blood work is completely normal and his vital signs are good,” said Dr. Dean Richardson, Chief of Surgery. “I can’t complain. Barbaro has had a very good week.” Dr. Richardson also reports that Barbaro is no longer using the sling. “His comfort level has improved to the point that when he was in the sling, he wasn’t “using” it at all. The sling is only bearing the horse’s weight when he wants it to, and Barbaro’s comfort level has improved to the point that he was not using the sling to support his weight.”
Barbaro remains in the Intensive Care Unit of the University of Pennsylvania’s George D. Widener Hospital, where he is recovering from injuries suffered at the Preakness on May 20.
The next update will be posted on Tuesday, August 22 unless there is a significant change in Barbaro’s condition.
For more information on Barbaro, please see www.vet.upenn.edu.
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| SavannahStar
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Tue Aug 22, 2006 3:22 pm |
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WOW, GREAT UPDATE!
Barbaro remains a happy, comfortable horse
August 12, 2006
KENNETT SQUARE, PA — Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro remains comfortable according to veterinarians at Penn’s George D. Widener Hospital . “Barbaro is doing well on both hind limbs,” said Dr. Dean Richardson, Chief of Surgery. “Because of this, we do not plan to change his right hind cast in the next two weeks.”
The colt’s left hind foot has laminitis, but Barbaro seems comfortable with that foot as well. “He needs to continue to improve over the next few months before we will have a better idea about his long term comfort.” said Dr. Richardson. “Barbaro’s appetite and his attitude right now are phenomenal; he attacks his feed and when he goes out to graze, he acts like he thinks he could train.”
Doctors remain cautious about Barbaro’s prognosis because, according to Dr. Richardson, there is no assurance that he will surmount all of his medical problems. “Right now, he is a surprisingly happy horse,” he said. “He is gaining weight and has had his pain medications reduced without any effect on his well being. His strength and overall appearance have been improving since he became well enough to be walked outside each day.”
Barbaro remains in the Intensive Care Unit of the University of Pennsylvania’s George D. Widener Hospital, where he is recovering from injuries suffered at the Preakness on May 20.
The next update will be posted on Tuesday, August 29 unless there is a significant change in Barbaro’s condition.
For more information on Barbaro, please see www.vet.upenn.edu.
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| pax
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Tue Aug 22, 2006 3:37 pm |
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Amazing.
Thanks SS.
Way to go, Barbaro!
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| SavannahStar
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Wed Aug 23, 2006 6:38 am |
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Oh just by chance I happened to catch a small segment on The Early Show about Barbaro. He looks GREAT! Feisty horse, LOL! What a great spirit he has!
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| SavannahStar
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Thu Aug 31, 2006 5:41 am |
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Barbaro has cast change
August 28, 2006
KENNETT SQUARE, PA —Veterinarians at Penn’s George D. Widener Hospital changed the right hind leg cast of Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro yesterday, Sunday, August 27. “The cast was changed because there was a small crack in it,” said Dr. Dean W. Richardson, Chief of Surgery. “Based on new radiographs that were taken, the leg looked excellent under the cast. The pastern joint looks completely fused, and there is only a small area in the long pastern bone that has a little farther to go before we take him out of the cast completely.”
In addition, the radiographs showed that there were no signs of infection. The cast change took place under general anesthesia, and Barbaro had another successful pool recovery before returning to his stall.
The colt’s left hind foot has laminitis, but Barbaro seems comfortable with that foot as well. The bandage on the left hind foot continues to be changed daily.
According to Dr. Richardson: “Barbaro is bright and happy this morning with an excellent appetite.”
Barbaro remains in the Intensive Care Unit of the University of Pennsylvania’s George D. Widener Hospital, where he is recovering from injuries suffered at the Preakness on May 20.
The next update will be posted on Tuesday, September 5 unless there is a significant change in Barbaro’s condition.
For more information on Barbaro, please see www.vet.upenn.edu.
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| CherokeeKid
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Thu Aug 31, 2006 10:40 pm |
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Thanks God, some good news!
Each time I come to read the updates on Barbaro, I'm holding my breath being afraid what might the news be.
I'm sooo happy this magnificent horse is doing better!
Thanks, SavannahStar for the updates! They made my day!
I'll keep Barbaro in my thoughts and prayers and hope for a full recover.
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| SavannahStar
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Fri Sep 01, 2006 7:16 am |
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Glad you appreciate the updates, CK. Barbaro constantly amazes me. I loved the clip of him on GMA a week or so ago where he was out walking with Dr. Richardson. It was great to actually "see" him on video as opposed to just a photo. He is a much-loved animal by many people, that's for sure. I am always praying he will make a full recovery.....and it looks right now as if that is well within the realm of possibility.
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| SavannahStar
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Tue Sep 05, 2006 11:24 am |
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Latest News:
Barbaro continues to do well
September 5, 2006
KENNETT SQUARE, PA —Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro continues to please veterinarians with his progress after his most recent right hind leg cast change last week. “Barbaro is wearing the new cast satisfactorily,” said Dr. Dean W. Richardson, Chief of Surgery. “We continue to monitor him closely, and depending on how he progresses, we may change it again within the next two weeks.”
The colt’s left hind foot, which has laminitis, continues to improve gradually, according to Dr. Richardson. The bandage on this foot is changed daily.
“Barbaro’s appetite is great, and we take him out each day to hand graze him,” said Dr. Richardson. “His vital signs remain normal, and he seems very happy.”
Barbaro is in the Intensive Care Unit of the University of Pennsylvania’s George D. Widener Hospital, where he is recovering from injuries suffered at the Preakness on May 20.
The next update will be posted on Tuesday, September 12 unless there is a significant change in Barbaro’s condition.
For more information on Barbaro, please see www.vet.upenn.edu.
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| CherokeeKid
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Fri Sep 08, 2006 3:06 am |
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| SavannahStar wrote: | | Glad you appreciate the updates, CK. Barbaro constantly amazes me. I loved the clip of him on GMA a week or so ago where he was out walking with Dr. Richardson. It was great to actually "see" him on video as opposed to just a photo. He is a much-loved animal by many people, that's for sure. I am always praying he will make a full recovery.....and it looks right now as if that is well within the realm of possibility. |
I do, SavannahStar. Very much! I think often of this special boy and fell in love with him over time. I love horses very much, had my own horse for many years and live now right beside two beautiful horses (they belong to my neighbor) who remind me very much of Barbaro.
I, too, hope very much that Barbaro fully recovers soon.
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| SavannahStar
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Fri Sep 08, 2006 7:29 pm |
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| CherokeeKid wrote: | | SavannahStar wrote: | | Glad you appreciate the updates, CK. Barbaro constantly amazes me. I loved the clip of him on GMA a week or so ago where he was out walking with Dr. Richardson. It was great to actually "see" him on video as opposed to just a photo. He is a much-loved animal by many people, that's for sure. I am always praying he will make a full recovery.....and it looks right now as if that is well within the realm of possibility. |
I do, SavannahStar. Very much! I think often of this special boy and fell in love with him over time. I love horses very much, had my own horse for many years and live now right beside two beautiful horses (they belong to my neighbor) who remind me very much of Barbaro.
I, too, hope very much that Barbaro fully recovers soon.
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We share something in common, then. I cannot get Barbaro out of my mind!
Take care, CK!
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| SavannahStar
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Wed Sep 13, 2006 9:46 pm |
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Barbaro improving slowly and steadily
September 12, 2006
KENNETT SQUARE, PA — Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro is improving slowly and steadily according to veterinarians at Penn’s George D. Widener Hospital . “We are pleased with his progress,” said Dr. Dean Richardson, Chief of Surgery. “He is wearing the cast on his right hind limb well; we continue to monitor it closely, and we expect to change the cast and radiograph the leg within the next seven to 10 days.”
In addition, Barbaro continues to stand comfortably on his laminitic left hind foot. “The left hind foot is progressing well, especially as it grows down from the coronary band,” said Dr. Richardson. “However, we remain cautious, because Barbaro will still need several more months of healing before we’ll know how well the overall hoof structure can be restored.”
Barbaro continues to be hand-grazed daily, and his vital signs and appetite are excellent.
Barbaro remains in the Intensive Care Unit of the University of Pennsylvania’s George D. Widener Hospital, where he is recovering from injuries suffered at the Preakness on May 20.
The next update will be posted on Tuesday, September 19 unless there is a significant change in Barbaro’s condition.
For more information on Barbaro, please see www.vet.upenn.edu.
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| Siddalee
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Thu Sep 14, 2006 8:39 pm |
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Thanks for the update - it's so good to hear he is progressing!
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