Barbaro Has Surgery After 'Complications'

Breitbart (AP) ^ | 7/9/2006 | Staff

[STARWISE]

Ohhh . .. me too. He's been such a good soldier.

[onyx]

We'll continue to pray for this special horse.

[Razz Barry]

Thank you so much. Your Barbaro updates are the first things I read. I'm praying this is just a bump in the road to his recovery.

[Rte66]

You're very welcome - and thanks to all who care about this magnificent champion.

I didn't see another thread about him which was posted today, so I didn't mean to somewhat duplicate the info. We need all the prayers we can summon for this baby!

Here's today's other:

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/chat/1663304/posts


And here's our big one:

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/1640010/posts

[beyond the sea]

"No, no, that's implying that we're close to quitting," Richardson said. "We're not at that stage. That never was even brought up as even close to a topic of conversation. . . . There's no question this is a setback, and we're going to try and address the problems." ---

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Lord. This is going to be rough.

So many thoughts and prayers........

[WestCoastGal]

""No, no, that's implying that we're close to quitting," Richardson said. "We're not at that stage. That never was even brought up as even close to a topic of conversation. . . ."

At least I got some comfort out of that paragraph. After all this it would be heartbreaking if they have to put him down. He still needs a lot of prayers.

[Rte66]

On the bright side, Doc R says B's making lots of manure!

[Lemondropkid31]

Update 200: Spoke to Michael Matz this morning (Tuesday) as I was going onto the track, he was ponying Peter off the track. I asked Michael "how's your horse doing?"... he said Dr. Richardson had just called and reports Barbaro is holding his own.

Also spoke to Kathy Anderson who visited Bobby last night at 6pm (Monday). She was relieved to see him in the condition he was in. He had just had a bath, mane combed, and was eating.
Updated Tuesday 7:10am

timwoolleyracing.com

Also there are a couple of really good interviews on these sites;
http://cbs3.com/video/?id=28227@kyw.dayport.com">http://cbs3.com/video/?id=28227@kyw.dayport.com

http://www.nbc10.com/video/9493950/index.html

http://sports.espn.go.com/sports/horse/index
Go up to the right and watch the videos

[Rte66]

Wish I could see them - no video on this computer. "Holding his own" and "eating" will have to tide me over. Thanks!

[xarmydog]

Growing up on a dairy farm in upstate Ny.a horse was an essential tool.They were used to gather the milkers in the morning after a night of grazing,many times wandering to places far away from the barn.The worst enemy for them were the large holes made by woodchucks,hidden in the tall grass.More times than I care to remember,I have had the unfortunate task of having to put them down,along with some very expensive milkers,due to their inadvertent stepping in the large holes made by the woodchucks.Leg repair was not an option.Needless to say,I came to hate them.[Woodchucks]I spent many hours doing the best I could to eradicate them.In the process,I became a very good shot,to the point where the neighbor farmers would call on me to eliminate the ones on their properties.Sometimes I would miss,but woodchucks are a naturally curious animal.All I had to do was keep the bead on their holes,which could be spotted by the fresh dirt.and they would pop out to look around.Thats when I would make the proper corrections,and get them.I loved horses,and it was painful to have to put them down.It was hard to have a horse that trusted you,look at you for help,only to have to put them down.I pray that Barbaro pulls through.If not,then the same pain will be shared by many.I am rooting for him in a big way,and I can tell from the compassion shared by many other Freepers,I am not alone.Regards,xarmydog.

[beyond the sea]

The worst enemy for them were the large holes made by woodchucks,hidden in the tall grass.More times than I care to remember,I have had the unfortunate task of having to put them down,along with some very expensive milkers,due to their inadvertent stepping in the large holes made by the woodchucks.Leg repair was not an option.

Yes, I believe it was you who told me this story before. It's sad when they get injured because of something like those holes.

I've noticed that as I get older (I'm nearly 60), I cannot stand to see an animal injured, no matter how big or small. I hate watching (old) cowboy movies now because of all the things they do to horses to make those movies. I can't imagine how many were injured and killed making movies. Sure seems like a very well kept secret by Hollyweird.

I live on a small number of acres in PA where there are many deer. Over the years I have seen a few of them limping around on only three good legs. It's always been a front leg that was injured. It was more than sad. One of them became a friend of mine over a period of time. Then one late fall day I saw him lying dead right behind my nursery where I work. I guess he was trying to tell me I wouldn't be seeing him again.

Gotta love the animals!

[onyx]

I am praying for the special horse.
I too, love animals.

[Rightfootforward]

Many, many thanks for your post and the videos. I've learned far more through you than I was able to access otherwise. Please keep up the good work.

[beyond the sea]

I gotta tell you............. it's very sad today. I pray for Barbaro and Barbaro's doctors and other helpers.

It's going to be so rough for all who care.

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Gotta get out with the plants.

By the way, onyx, we have the baseball All Star game here in the 'Burgh tonight, but it looks like rain coming in from Kentucky.

Of course, I love the rain for all my plants, but the baseball honchos may not be too thrilled about it.

;-)

(Please) be well .............

[xarmydog]

I feel the same way.I have many guns even though I don't hunt.Each one serves a specific purpose.The 410 for snakes,30-30 for coyotes and large feral hogs,22 for rabid skunks,etc..We have been told to shoot rabbits and gophers as they are carrying some type of disease that can kill humans if you come in contact with them.I had to put down my dog of 10 years,as she contacted a bad case of tick fever.I sure hate to as I have been feeding the rabbits and quail,but I will do what is necessary to protect my animals.Very unfortunate.

[rintense]

No, so a horse might LIVE. God is the creator of all life, and as such, we should treasure it.

[Mustng959]

Hang in there Barbaro! Hopefully one day you'll be able to pass on your genes of toughness and determination.

[Wolfstar]

You have such a good heart, beyond the sea. Thanks for keeping me updated on Barbaro's condition. All of us who have come to love that horse want what's best for him. I guess if Dr. Richardson is not ready to give up, we shouldn't. But I also don't want the horse to suffer. Sigh.

[beyond the sea]

I guess if Dr. Richardson is not ready to give up, we shouldn't. But I also don't want the horse to suffer. Sigh.

Yes .......... it's getting into a rather difficult time for everyone ........ and for the lovely, courageous animal.

I'm very worried.

[Lemondropkid31]

Nothing big really to post right now. There is a possibility there will be something after 6 eastern, but I will be in school and I may not be able to update. Here is a new update from The University website;
http://www.vet.upenn.edu/newsandevents/news/Barbaro_Update7-11.htm

Barbaro stable after sixth cast applied

July 11, 2006

KENNETT SQUARE, PA – Dr. Dean Richardson, Chief of Surgery, reports today that Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro is resting comfortably after receiving his sixth cast yesterday since his accident at the Preakness on May 20. “Barbaro is eating well and resting in his stall,” said Dr. Richardson, who also treated the colt for an abscess in his left hind foot.

“He’s tolerating the new cast well,” said Dr. Richardson. “We have changed his left hind foot bandage and that looks improved. His vital signs remain stable and his attitude and appetite remain excellent.”

Barbaro continues to be monitored closely in the Intensive Care Unit of the George D. Widener Hospital at the University of Pennsylvania’s New Bolton Center.

For more information on Barbaro, please see www.vet.upenn.edu

And here is the latest from Alex Brown
timwoolleyracing.com

Update 202: No new update until after 6 pm unless New Bolton provides something. Just wanted to let everyone know. I called Peter Brette at 3, he was still at the barn (Fair Hill). Michael is running a horse today, once that has run he will get to NBC and let Peter know. Peter plans to call me later.

As I continue to read through all the recent Barbaro articles this one seemed pretty comprehensive re: the recent events: Barbaro has 'very significant setback,' surgeon says (thanks CJ): the following is an excerpt:

After Barbaro's temperature spiked to 102 degrees Saturday and the Kentucky Derby winner showed signs of discomfort, Richardson performed surgery that evening. Monday was a better day for the horse, the surgeon said.

and

Monday, the horse had a sixth cast put on, his fourth cast replacement in the last week. Richardson put a shorter cast on, like the previous ones Barbaro had been wearing. The doctor had put on a longer cast, covering Barbaro's entire leg, Saturday night. That cast was designed to protect him better as he woke up.

"He's a tough horse . . . a big, strong horse that's kind of aggressive, so we put him in a full-length cast," Richardson said. "It's a more protective cast, but it's also much more cumbersome for a horse to wear. They panic a lot of times because they feel they can't move their legs. He really didn't like it very much.

"As a consequence, we spent most of the night trying to get him back standing comfortably. We literally worked on him for close to 15 hours (including the surgery) before he was back in his stall."

Good luck Bobby, these are the toughest of days I am certain.