Kentucky Derby (G1) winner BARBARO (Dynaformer) continues to improve
following the removal of his right hind cast on November 6, according to his
medical team at the University of Pennsylvania’s New Bolton Center.
“Barbaro is steadily gaining strength on his right hind limb now that it is
out of the cast,” Dr. Dean Richardson said. “He is only wearing a very light
cotton bandage on that leg and both walks and stands well on it.”
Barbaro’s lower right hind leg had been in a cast since he underwent surgery
following his accident in the May 20 Preakness S. (G1).
“Radiographs of his fractured lower limb were taken yesterday (Monday) and
look excellent,” Richardson added.
Barbaro’s left hind foot, which had laminitis, continues to improve as well.
“The left hind foot is improving gradually and has a long way to go although
his comfort on that foot remains surprisingly good,” Richardson said. “Barbaro’s
attitude and appetite remain excellent, and he still takes short walks outside
to graze each day if the weather permits.”