I love you Barbaro.

xoxoxo

A press conference ??? Terror has just stricken my heart!!!

Thanks Alex

Uh oh! A press conference scares the H.... out of me. Thanks, Alex, I have been keeping track of things from work here, I will be tuned in later to find out the time for this press conference.

Bobby, you are in my prayers as always. I cannot even concentrate here at work today, I need to know what is going on...

Oh God. Not a press conference.

The cold chills just went down my body. How to concentrate on work today is going to be a miracle.

OMG. I don't like the sound of that.

Susan A
Tampa

oh merde.

FYI: upenn Board is back up....

Pray, everyone, PRAY!!!

Linda R

Thanks, Alex.

I love you Barbaro. Everyone in my family is praying for you & lighting candles. Stay strong & don't give up! XXOO

I'm praying with all of my might....

I LOVE YOU BARBARO!!!!!!!
BIG, BEAUTIFUL, BABY BARBARO!!!
((((((((((BARBARO)))))))))) MY HERO!!!
I LOVE YOU!!!!!!!

Oh Dear God!
Barbaro rise above it Sweet Spirit. Dear God Carry him PLEASE! My heart hurts.

Pray for Barbaro! Pray for a Miracle!

We will be watching and waiting. We do not know what the press conference is about. Dr. Dean is all about keeping the public informed. Prayers for him, the Jacksons, and dear Barbaro.
Love from Saratoga ~

This may not be anything but just to calm the media down. I bet Dr R's phone is ringing off the hook. Holding a presser will help calm things down, at least for today.

Oh, please let this not be the news we have all dreaded. My heart truly will break if New Bolten tells us that our beloved Barbaro has been euthenized.

I trust in Dr Dean Richardson and in the Jacksons...they have allowed us to feel as if BARBARO is our horse, too...

I know how I feel...for them, it must be a hundred times worse...

So I am so grateful that BARBARO is in the hands of DR DEAN...I have total faith in his care and in his judgement...

And the Jacksons...they are the epitome of grace under pressure...

For all of us, we will never stop BELIEVING IN BARBARO...

thank you, Alex.

Jeannine Edwards who is she with?

God Bless You sweet horse!

Oh, No I am crying so hard, I couldn't sleep last night. Please dear God, heal and save our Barbaro! We beg you! Not a press conference.

DEBBIE ESPN

Thank you God for Barbaro's right and perfect healing, and for his complete recovery. Thank you God that miracle follows miracle, and wonders never cease.

Magnificent Steed! Another day closer. We hold the vision of your wholeness and your balance - hind legs restored, perfect and complete - in vibrant good health.

The Light of God surrounds you
The Love of God enfolds you
The Power of God Protects you
The Presence of God watches over you
Wherever you are Barbaro, God IS.

Thank you God for the presence of Barbaro in my life.

Love, Light and Protection for Barbaro

Be still and know that I am God.

I love you Barbaro.

Harriette Brillianthawk

Breathe...breathe...breathe...

Please light some candles for the awesome Spirit of The Fog

For I am sure that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us…” Romans 8:38, 39

For the love of who you are
For the love of your spirit...

God Bless The Fog

I love you Fog

Love, Light and Protection for All The Bearers of The Light

I love you Barbaro, I am scared to death right now. Please god watch over this special boy, i am praying that its a bit of good news... OMG I am so worried....

For some positive and inspiring thought about Barbaro go and check out the winners of the Tribute to Barbaro Contest. Thanks to everyone that entered!

GUYS this is a GOOD thing. We will be hearing things right from the doctor's mouth!! This is better than media reports. Alex can also go and give us information too since I think he was planning a trip over there anyway. OH ALEX!!!!

Thank you Alex for letting us know.

Prayers and be strong for Barbaro! He needs them right now.

Fight the BIG FIGHT - Barbaro!!

Believe!!

I have never missed a day checking up on my favorite 'horsey'..... but, most of all, I do not want him to suffer.... he deserves soooo much more. He is a true hero, a true champion. I find I have been starting to get a little queasy every time I read he has, yet again, been put under anesthesia and makes a 'successful pool recovery'. Maybe its all getting too much for him. Maybe its time to let him go and remember what a magnificent legend he will always be.

This really is frightening to have a press conference. Just let Barbaro be comfortable, not in pain and just pray for him, the Jacksons and Dr. Richardson. Love you Bobby.

Debbie in LA...JEANINE is the wonderful lady reporter from ESPN, who has faithfully given us accurate information on BARBARO in a tender and compassionate way...Her love for BARBARO is beyond question...

Stay calm and POSITIVE family!!!!

Candles are now well over 20,000. Let's keep lighting and thinking positive thoughts.
We must trust Bobby and his team.

http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/candles.cfm?l=eng&gi=barba

My prayers and love for Barbaro, the Jacksons, Dr. Richardson, and all the wonderful people at New Bolton . . .

and for the incredibly wonderful people who have put this site together and who keep on keeping on for Kentucky Derby CHAMP OF ALL TIME!

Mary S,
We need more from you. Thank you

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Maribel...had to leave home and hit rush hour ( isn't that one of the world's biggest oxymorons?? ) Wanted to acknowledge your post

I am in awe and amazement of survivor stories, even though you didn't share much of yours, you have my admiration and I love readying your posts. Would you be willing to share what it was that you forwarded to Dr. Dean? The evolution of technology also amazes me, as it changes even as we speak. Would love to hear what thought you have on the subject. I've thought of things like bone grown stimulators, titanium replacement, all kinds of things that would probably be thought of as science fiction only a few years ago. My DB speaks of technology and procedures that make my jaw drop open. It may be "science", but someone has guided us mortals to create these remarkable tools of healing. Who could even doubt that?

###DebG Missed you BIG time. SO happy to see you posting.

###All of you who are new to posting in the comments section, it's so good to see you. Those who have been away, it's good to see you again. There can't be "too much" positive energy.

Dearest Alex You never fail to grab my heart with a few simple words. If you have the opportunity, and actually get to be with Barbaro, would you please hug his neck and plant a big kiss under that right ear? the one that is so ticklish? If you are so inclined, please communicate the collective affection and love of all of here to him. One touch for thousands. Please be our arms.

Love to all,

Cheryl

St Francis, please protect Barbaro and keep him
safe!
God bless you Alex, the Jacksons,Dr R and all the staff at NBC-
My heart is sick!

Prayer for the Barbaro Nation

The wisdom, passion and fierceness of our love and support for Barbaro is without limits. May we take the energy of our concerns and transform them into a unified tapestry of prayerful support, each in his or her own remarkable individuality contributing a thread here, a bit of wisdom there, a nugget of prayer here, until we create, in loving and united community, a powerful, uplifting web of prayer that supports the right and perfect healing that Barbaro is experiencing every day. May we be inspired by his courage to remain steadfast in ours. May we accept the truth of his journey. May we grow in understanding the strength that inspires Barbaro to be the fiery champion he is.

Barbaro, I love you. May the good Lord watch over you.

Judy

Linda ... I agree, but I am not ready to let him go! He deserves to pass on with dignity and grace, but there will be an irreparable hole in my heart always.

Dear Barbaro, God Bless You, Sweet Boy! I choose for you whatever you choose for you. You will let us know!

Precious Barbaro: Praying 24/7 for your complete recovery. Asking our Heavenly Father to heal your legs and get you back to a healthy road to a long, happy and healthy life. Father, please hold our Precious Barbaro close and help him to get better. He wants to live, Father, please give him a chance.

Father, thank you for the "Miracle of Barbaro"

Lost in the Fog: My angel horse....please help our Barbaro to get over this setback in his healing. He's a fighter, like you, and wants to live. Foggy, help him, please.

Father, thank you for "The Fog"

Barbaro Family: Praying for everyone that we will get thru this......we need to hold onto each other. Thank you for being here....we need each other so much right now. Barbaro needs us most of all. Please try and stay positive.....God has Barbaro in His hands.....I pray that God's will is our will......that Barbaro will over come this.

"Please Pray for the Horses"

"No Horse Left Behind"

Sweet, sweet Barbaro...you are loved. We pray for you every minute of every day.

I am shaking so badly. I pray that this does not mean something ominous. We are praying so hard here for you Barbaro. We all love you so much.

Jo Singer

I love you Barbaro - hang in there. All our arms are around you to help hold you up - use us as your strength when you get tired. We are all here for you and will be until you are well again.

Tons of love & hugs.

FYI -
Light a candle for Barbaro - every good, strong, positive thought, wish & prayer helps.

http://www.gratefulness.org/candles - look for group "barba"

Oh, no. I just can't concentrate on anything. I am trying to hold out hope that this isn't as bad as it seems.

Barbaro, we are all praying for you!!!!!!

HORSES ROCK!!!!!!

GOD BLESS BARBARO
God Bless YOU

This is the first time I have felt this feeling in my chest. Dear God please let me be wrong.

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives.

God is Love. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." -
John 14:27

Dear God, please stay with Barbaro through this challenge and help him heal and recover. He is an awe inspiring being and loved and needed by so many. Please also be with the Jacksons and Dr. R through this trying time. Help everyone to stay strong and positive and send all of the healing energy they can muster to Barbaro.

Barbaro, you are the champion of my heart. You can and will work through this challenge and be better for it. You strength of character is amazing and inspiring. Fight for your future.

I lvoe you with all of my heart and am sending you happy, healing thoughts and prayers always. Keep that handsome chin up, enjoy your snacks, visitors and do just what you need to do to beat this. BIG horsie hugs, kisses, ear scratches, nose rubs and MUCH LOVE!!!!

He can do it and we can do it!!!

HEAL BARBARO

God please bless our beloved Barbaro and his caretakers. He is such a strong and brave horse. Grant him comfort and strength to fight the battle, to heal, to be strong again. love you Barbaro.

Hay, good morning, Starshine. Couldn't think of anything but you last night and this morning...but I was too chicken to look till now. I am sorry.

I don't know what this press conference is about but I'm going to stay positive and believe that it's just Dr. Dean talking to all the media at once and getting them up to date so he can go back to working with you without distractions.

Team Barbaro,
I, too, am very anxious. Am hoping for a good outcome and trust that you are doing the very best for this very special animal. I'm sure that this is a hear-wrenching time of all. My thoughts are with Dr. R., Mr. and Mrs. Jackson, and all who have cared for Barbaro.
Susan In Hawaii

Hey Everybody.....Just remember NUREYEV....

If you haven't already, read this for hope:

http://tcm.bloodhorse.com/viewstory.asp?id=6788

c'mon, y'all, positive thoughts, not panic and fear~

POSITIVE
POSITIVE
POSITIVE
POSITIVE

Oh, Barbaro ... fight the good fight sweet prince! You have been such an inspiration for so many.Such a sweet soul you are, may every miracle be yours.

I love you too Barbaro.

Let Go and Let God

This is very tough to handle - I was afraid of this happening today.

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Just ordered a basket for Barbaro and caregivers for Jan. 31.

Sad day in my life...but wanting wonderful news and good report for Barbaro...I need this..we need this.

Thank goodness Alex is going over there.....

I just can't concentrate...I'm praying the press conference is positive...I love you Barbaro! xoxoacross the miles

Thank you, Alex. You are AWESOME!

Think positive, everyone!

Oh Dear God No!!! Please no...

I didn't sleep last night either. I can't believe this...please be ok Barbaro. I love you.

I am scared today. Let keep praying for Barbaro and his caregivers and owners. Tears are in my eyes and love in my heart for BARBARO!!!!!

Thank you, Alex, I can't seem to move away from my computer.

Is there any information on what caused the bruise and then the abscess on the right hind foot?

Remember that our boy makes his own decisions and we have full faith and trust in the Jackson's and Dr Deans relationship and knowledge of B's wishes. Let us all remain calm and send our positive energy and prayers their way. I'm sure they need all of us right now.

Thanks Alex!

Remember Nureyev!

Believe in Miracles!
Believe in Barbaro!

Brenda

Pray and Pray again. Let's flood our Lord with healing prayers.

I feel very nervous and uneasy right now.

I love you Barbaro. You are In the best capable hands right now. Don't give up.

God be with You, Dr. Richardson, & the Jacksons during these critical hours.

I'm at a loss for words. Very numb.

Pray and Pray again.

PRAYER TO ST. FRANCIS
FOR OUR PETS
Good St. Francis, you loved all of God's creatures.
To you they were your brothers and sisters.
Help us to follow your example
of treating every living thing with kindness.
St. Francis, Patron Saint of animals, watch over my pet
and keep my companion safe and healthy.
Amen.

St. Francis of Assisi Lover of all Creation
Prayer for Sick Animals:
Heavenly Father,
you created all things for your glory
and made us stewards of this creature
If it is your will, restore it to health andstrength.
Blessed are you, Lord God,
and holy is your name for ever and ever.
Amen

PRAYER FOR OUR ANIMAL FRIENDS
(To make a Novena for a sick pet, say this prayer for 9 consecutive days)

Heavenly Father, our human ties with our friends of other species is
wonderful and special gift from You. We now ask You to grant our
special animal companions your Fatherly care and healing power to
take away any suffering they have. Give us, their human friends,
new understanding of our responsibilities to these creatures of
Yours. They have trust in us as we have in You; our souls and
theirs are on this earth together to give one another friendship,
affection, and caring. Take our heartfelt prayers and fill Your ill
or suffering animals with healing Light and strength to overcome
whatever weakness of body they have.

(Here mention the names of the animals needing prayer). The Great Barbaro

Your goodness is turned upon every living thing and Your grace flows
to all Your creatures. From our souls to theirs goodness flows,
touching each of us with the reflection of Your love. Grant to our
special animal companions long and healthy lives. Give them good
relationships with us, and if You see fit to take them from us, help
us to understand that they are not gone from us, but only drawing
closer to You. Grant our prayer through the intercession of good
St. Francis of Assisi, who honored You through all Your creatures.
Give him the power to watch over our animal friends until they are
safely with You in eternity, where we someday hope to join them in
giving You honor forever. Amen.

Thanks for the update, Alex. Barbaro is lucky to have wise and compassionate owners, and skilled and compassionate vet care...people who can be trusted to do what's best for the horse at every moment...and we are lucky to have you, keeping us informed.

So scared. So, so scared. Alex has never left a message that brief before. Trying hard to stay optimistic.....but shaking all over. Above all, I am grateful to Dr. R and everyone at NBC and the Jacksons for trying with every ounce of their being. And most of all, for brave, strong Barbaro.

can't write through mhy tears.
Peace,
Kathy from Toledo and the cats

Thanks, Tim. I'll keep your website up ALL day for the updates...and I'll keep praying....

Barbara- When the left hind became irritated from the cast on Jan 3 he must have started putting more weight on the right.

My Prayers are with Barbaro and All involved with his care. I Love this horse, he is my HERO.
Please Lord heal him. Fight Barbaro! I will check back, I pray there will be some good news soon.

Just plain and simple....
I Love You Barbaro!!!
jan

Alex, I am glued to this site...

I'm praying the press conference is positive, and soon!

MY HEART IS WITH YOU BARBARO !

I wish all the pieces of our hearts could lift you and help you heal.

Stay with us, Barbaro.

THANK YOU Alex--I feel better just knowing you are on your way to NBC.

Barbaro, I'm sending all my love, prayers and positive thoughts your way. You are amazing and I believe in miracles!

Laura D

We must continue to be grateful that Mr. and Mrs. Jackson and Dr. R will always do what is best for Barbaro, just as they have all along. To me, that is the most comforting thought...that through all of this, the horse has been and will continue to be first. I know this has been much harder on them than it ever could be on those of us on the outside who have been with Bobby on this journey. God be with you all....

This news scares me terribly!

Right now, I am sick to my stomack.

Oh please God - let this be good news for our Bobby.

OK THEY ARE POSTING E-MAILS TO BARBARO ON THE NBC SITE.

POSITIVE, POSITIVE, POSITIVE,

Ro & Brady

BARBARO, SWEET BARBARO....DON'T GIVE UP! SENDING LOVE AND PRAYERS!!!!! FIGHT BIG BOY, FIGHT! OUR HOSPITAL IS PRAYING NON STOP. YOU CAN DO IT, HANG IN THERE MY HERO!!!! YOUR FRIEND..LOU ANN THE NURSE

Thanks Alex for all you are doing. My prayers are with Barbaro and his family for some good news this afternoon or at least no bad news. He is in God's hands and all we can do is say our prayers for him...

OK this is it.... God this is where the trust comes in...... I trust that you are with Barbaro and everyone in his life today. I trust that you will help Barbaro stay comfortable and painless. I trust that you will let everyone know that Barbaro will heal. I trust.....

In Jesus name AMEN!!!!

Barbaro.... I love you more than words can say.....................

Let's all focus on this being an update on his condition and nothing else. We can't afford to have negative thoughts. Barbaro needs us out here praying for him and sending healing thoughts.

I LOVE YOU BARBARO!!!!!!!!!!!!
XXOOXXOOXXOO

Barbaro
I have a purring kitty on my lap right now. I know how you love cats. She's trying to tell you she loves you and she wants you to get better.

Alex is on his way to New Bolton. And will attempt to provide updates once he is there.

I love you Barbaro and am praying hard. Hang in there. There are over 20,000 candles lit for you know.

I rarely post here any more, but I just wanted to say a BIG HUGE thank you, Alex, for going way above and beyond the call and going to NBC today. Your compassion is remarkable. I'm sure you never expected all this to happen, but you have risen to the occasion and I really admire you for that.

Praying for Team Barbaro today. Regardless of the outcome, I know they have always done their best and will continue to do their best for the horse.

Family,
STAY POSITIVE. They are not going to call a press conference to say that word.
Any horse I know of (think Swale) the news was released in a press release, not a conference.
PLEASE for our Bobby, send all the love and prayers you can.
((((((((((FAMILY HUG)))))))))))
Susan
Believe in Miracles. Believe in Barbaro.

Ro: I noticed that. Wouldn't you think the site would not be up if the unthinkable occurred?

Barbara, you HANG IN THERE!!!!

Lets think positively. there must be so many press representatives wanting information. maybe dr richarson just wants to give them the information and then they will quieten down. PLEASE GOD LET BARBARO LIVE. It is in GODS hands. I just pray GOD may allow him to be with us.

Dearest Barbaro, I love you, sweet boy. Be strong. Be well. You are in my heart and prayers.

No new words or thoughts from me--so many others have expressed my thoughts, my prayers, my fears, my hopes.

Thank you, Alex, for being our eyes, ears, and touch with Barbaro. I, we could never repay you for all you continue to do to keep us informed.

Positive is the word for the day, as so many others have stated. Prayers and love continue to be the order for the day.

Love to Barbaro and all those involved with his care. God bless you all.

Sheila in San Salvador

I don't even know what to write, but feel I have to write something. Bobby, we all love you so much, but we don't want you to suffer......you have give the world so much. I wonder how long we will have to wait to hear, it is agonizing! Alex, thank you so much for being there,this has to be so hard on you. Hoping, hoping for some better news, hugs to everyone.

I am a person who prefers to keep my religious and spiritual beliefs to myself...I consider them to be a very personal thing...

But I must thank you all for your prayers, poems, hopes and fears...they have been a tremendous help to me, and , I am sure, to others...

I am eternally grateful that you chose to share your love with us all...

I LOVE YOU BARBARO!!!!!

Stay strong sweet prince.....

Karen - TN

Hi Everyone!
A scarey day for everyone as we wait for the press conference. I would like to thank Linda for her thoughts earlier on the current happenings and to say that I concur completely. The long haul for our favorite horse and eternal Shamp just no longer looks promising and this magnificant and courageus horse who has done so much in his short life deserves so much more. Whatever is best for Barbaro is what we all want and continue to pray for no matter how difficult the decision we all fear hearing may be. Barbaro has a legacy surpased only by a few in his class and will NEVER be forgotten for years to come in life or years to come.My heart is aching as I wait for the press conference, but I can only imagine what the beloved owners Mr. and Mrs. Jackson are going though as well as Michael Matz, Peter Brette, Edgar Prado, Dr. Richardson and all Barbaro's cargivers and many fans throughout the world. I am not meaning to be pessimistic here, but the calling of a press conference by New Bolton just doesn't strike me as a good sign. In the meantime, we keep praying for our Champ and for all involved holding him close to our hearts.
I too would like Alex if he has the opportunity to give Barbaro a pet for me and a a hug and a kiss reaffirming our love for him.

Will be checking back later.
Love you so much Sweet Boy. You are my hero always.

SusanW: I wondered about that. I can't imagine the good Doc could even be able to announce that in person.

CherylJones: GREAT to see you here! Wow, such committed folks. Praying hard for Barbaro today and felt the time was right to devote some time today to comment here. Skipping over lunch to stay right here awaiting any word.

I saw the press conference update and my heart sank for a minute and then I bounced right back and realize that whatever happens happens and it was meant to be, whether good or bad. A miracle has been performed, continues to be performed and whatever happens was just meant to be at this point.....I will remain positive that Dr. Richardson will update us.....

This waiting is so very hard, can't think, can't talk, can't do anything but hit refresh and hope. Thank you everyone for sharing your feelings so openly. \

This press conference just HAS to be for information only, Thinking positive.

I love you Barbaro.

Judy

Hay Everybody,
Wait a minute. Maybe, just maybe this is to let us know what was done over the weekend. Fingers and toes crossed I just crossed my heart. Maybe that's all it is...lets HOPE!

Believe in Miracles!
Believe In Barbaro

Alex, you are the best.

do we know what time the press conf is?

These words from Judy sum it up...

This waiting is so very hard, can't think, can't talk, can't do anything but hit refresh and hope

please check the thoroughbred times website

Prayers for Dr. Richardson. I'm sure this press conference won't be easy for him.

BELIEVE

He has been euthanized.

Barbaro, winner of the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (G1) whose battle to overcome injuries suffered in the Preakness Stakes (G1) attracted worldwide attention and a legion of fans, was euthanized on Monday morning at the University of Pennsylvania�s New Bolton Center.

Gretchen Jackson, who owned and bred the Dynaformer colt along with her husband, Roy, said that Barbaro�s front feet were beginning to become affected by the limited ability of both his laminitic left hind foot and his fused right limb that was shattered in the Preakness Stakes to bear weight.

The decision was made early Monday after consulting with Dean Richardson, D.V.M., chief surgeon at the University of Pennsylvania�s veterinary school.

�There was not a foot that was not affected,� Gretchen Jackson said. �He just would not lie down. He had not layed down for two days now. That can�t be good for him. He�s got to get the weight off of his feet. They were bringing him in and out of the sling, but his front feet were showing signs of laminitic changes and we just thought rather than put him through any more else. He had been good up to the beginning of this month, and then everything went.�

Barbaro, who became the sixth undefeated Derby winner in history when he won the 2006 Derby by 6 1/2 lengths, demonstrated considerable discomfort on his right hind foot over the weekend and underwent surgery to insert two pins in his right hind cannon bone in an effort to eliminate all weight bearing from the right foot on Saturday. The procedure was described as a last ditch effort to keep Barbaro comfortable enough to continue his recovery.

�Dean said, �The good stuff takes a long time, and the bad goes fast,� � Gretchen Jackson said. �That seems like that�s what it was, it went really fast. We all are really, really confident that he didn�t suffer. We know that he was pain free and we just didn�t ever want to see him�it�s an issue of pain and quality of life. If it�s not going to happen, it�s just not going to happen. We just owed it to him to give him the best.�

I am as heartsick and sad as everyone today.
If the love this horse has would heal him, he would be walking out of New Bolton in a second. However, we all know the obstacles he has faced and no matter what happens he has had a role in bringing wonderful people together. Not many animals have the loving owners, trainers, doctors and FOBs that our boy does. That alone should say something about his legacy. This from a person who knew nothing about horse racing until last May.

Pray for Barbaro! Lord, please help him.

Believe in Barbaro ALWAYS!

Hope I don't get fired for posting.
Keep spirits up; press conferences have always been held in tough situations for our Darling Boy.
Prayers, Reiki, Love Energy.

Thanks to Robyn, Cheryl, and all those who graciously prayed and gave support in response to my post about my friend Anita and her seriously ill son, Joe. I was sick and not on computer. Apologies for not acknowledging your caring and loving support earlier.

I just found out about the latest Barbaro setback today, and have been praying nonstop. He's bright, nippy, eating, getting up and down. He may not have had a great night, but after surgery, new shoes, etc, that might be expected.

Pray for Barbaro!

Sue M, Pittsburgh

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Not to offend, but for clarification: the Sue who posted earlier was not me--I'm always Sue M. from Pittsburgh.

Sue M, Pittsburgh

All FOB's - I think a press conference is being called because New Bolton is being swarmed with media and it is better for the stress levels at NBC to get all the news out in one lump.

I am going to take Spirit Horses mantra from Apollo 13

"Failure is not an option."

We need to project only positive thoughts more than ever.

Dr. R this morning said Bobby didn't have a great night but he did not say horrible. If there was more he would not have allowed the interview.

Love you Barbaro.
You are a true champion all the way.

Jean - Ohio

OMG

OMG

Sarah NC,

It was my thinking as well.......... I just posted for him.

Having a hard time concentrating at work today.

Ro & Brady

Thanks Ernie
I went to "Bloodhorse" and read your suggestion about Nureyev ...what a challenge he won! Everyone should read this article...it will make you feel better! See Ernie's post at 5:06 P.M. today to read the article...sorry,..I don't do "blue".

This is to calm the media down, guys. Also Dr R wants to make sure that the media recieve the RIGHT information. This is the only way to do it. Who knows what they are hearing over there. Their phones are probably ringing off the hook.

Barbaro, we love you so much.

the thoroughbred times website says it all - my heart is broken...

Barbaro is gone

Oh Dear God! Rest in Peace Dear Barbaro. Thank you!

Thanks Alex, will wait for your update from NBC

i also don't think they would have a press conference regarding an end. lets stay upbeat and keeping praying for our barbaro. love to everyone out there. stay strong.

Rest in peace Barbaro

Oh, no, please

Sweet colt~ know that I love you now and have loved you from the start. That has never wavered. And you will be loved forever. A soul as pure & good as yours goes on indefinitely. I am with you in spirit. I love you, Barbaro.

He's Gone............

4/29/03 - 1/27/07

Barbaro, winner of the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (G1) whose battle to overcome injuries suffered in the Preakness Stakes (G1) attracted worldwide attention and a legion of fans, was euthanized on Monday morning at the University of Pennsylvania’s New Bolton Center.

Gretchen Jackson, who owned and bred the Dynaformer colt along with her husband, Roy, said that Barbaro’s front feet were beginning to become affected by the limited ability of both his laminitic left hind foot and his fused right limb that was shattered in the Preakness Stakes to bear weight.

The decision was made early Monday after consulting with Dean Richardson, D.V.M., chief surgeon at the University of Pennsylvania’s veterinary school.

“There was not a foot that was not affected,” Gretchen Jackson said. “He just would not lie down. He had not layed down for two days now. That can’t be good for him. He’s got to get the weight off of his feet. They were bringing him in and out of the sling, but his front feet were showing signs of laminitic changes and we just thought rather than put him through any more else. He had been good up to the beginning of this month, and then everything went.”

Barbaro, who became the sixth undefeated Derby winner in history when he won the 2006 Derby by 6 1/2 lengths, demonstrated considerable discomfort on his right hind foot over the weekend and underwent surgery to insert two pins in his right hind cannon bone in an effort to eliminate all weight bearing from the right foot on Saturday. The procedure was described as a last ditch effort to keep Barbaro comfortable enough to continue his recovery.

“Dean said, ‘The good stuff takes a long time, and the bad goes fast,’ “ Gretchen Jackson said. “That seems like that’s what it was, it went really fast. We all are really, really confident that he didn’t suffer. We know that he was pain free and we just didn’t ever want to see him…it’s an issue of pain and quality of life. If it’s not going to happen, it’s just not going to happen. We just owed it to him to give him the best.”

I am so afraid, but I am praying for God to hold Barbaro in his loving, healing hands.

I love you Barbaro...

Alex - You are so important to all of us.

I am praying for everyone...

Barbaro,
You raised us up. Now we raise you up Sweet Champion of our Hearts.

God bless. I am devastated.

I LOVE YOU BARBARO AND I LOVE YOU ALL

I love you Barbaro!

Rest in peace Big Boss Man, your courage, will never be forgotten.

In Gods Hands now.

someone said barbaro is gone. is this true. oh no

Barbaro displayed the heart of a true champion. The industry, the doctors, and all of us have learned so much from Barbaro. He is no longer in pain. He is running free!! While my heart is broken, I know that he is in a better place.

Always Believe in Barbaro!

God Please bring us good new in the hours to come. I can't even go out and skate or go to the track. I usally do on Monday. Today I have to stay right here by my computer to make sure that you are doing what I trust you will do and that is to start healing our big beautiful brown eyed colt. Please God I am asking from the core of my heart of you to please please not let anything bad happen to Barbaro. Please perform a mirical.... We all need it and Barbaro wants so badly to live a long happy life. Please God, let him do that OK? I am being very humble here God and I am trusting in you right now. I am going back to the "Ye of Little Faith" verse in the bible...... Well I have faith that you will perform a mirical today.........

In Jesus name Amen........................

OMG, NO, please.

Farewell Sweet Prince - you are our hero forever. My life will never be the same and I'll fight for the horses in your memory. Thank you for being here for us and showing us strength and beauty. Love you forever and ever...................................

I just read that Barbaro was put down... I am hysterical and crying so hard i cant breathe. we all have to come together and be strong, we all love him so much and he will live forever in our hearts. Please god watch him up there, please make sure he is running free with all of his buddies up there. OMG i cant believe this, my heart hurts so bad. I read this news on thoroughbredtimes.com I feel they shouldnt have printed this news and gave team barbaro the dignity to tell us this news. I pray for them and i thank them for everything they had to do for bobby. They are amazing people and my heart goes out to them. OMG how am i going to get through this, i hurt so bad... I LOVE YOU BARBARO

Rest in peace, Barbaro. GOD bless the Jacksons and Dr. R.

Rest in Peace Barbaro.

You will NEVER be forgotten and will continue to inspire me always.

Oh god Bobby. Why??

BARBARO YOU'LL BE WITH US FOREVER!!!!

OMG!!

I was afraid of that...

He is truly in a better place.

Love to all....

Like Liz in Georgia, I rarely post but check in several times a day to see how "our boy" is doing.

My heart aches for all involved, but believe that they have and will continue to do the very best for our beloved Barbaro.

Thank you to Alex, Tim and all of their contacts for keeping us informed. I am awed by the outpouring of concern and love Barbaro has generated. I'm proud to be a silent FOB.

Susan In Hawaii.

Barbaro, you gave us your spirit and now we give you ours forever.

I love you.

Good-bye, Barbaro. My heart is broken. I love you.

Sweet precious Barbaro. How much we love you and will never forget you. I am devastated.

Thank you Mr. and Mrs. Jackson for keeping us informed and a part of Barbaro.

I am just sick, I can't even type.

Breaking News
Barbaro is gone
MSNBC
Jan

WHY??!! He was so close. WHy him, why are monsters allowed to live and roam free in this world.

Was there ever more love shared by so many for one single beautiful valiant creature.

He made it so far, and we have been honored to be a part of his story.

I am, nevertheless, devastated devastated devastated...

RIP dear brave horse.

Deepest condolences to everyone who loved you.
So glad you're in a better place now...

I am devastated...

GOD BLESS YOU SWEET BOY and KEEP YOU SAFE ALWAYS...
WE LOVE YOU FOREVER and EVER......

THAT WILL NEVER CHANGE !!!!!!

god bless and keep you always, beautiful barbaro. I will never ever forget you.

Monica

God Bless the Jacksons and Dr. R, please give them strength at this most difficult moment. They did everything for Barbaro that could be done and held onto faith.

Barbao will always be in our hearts as a great champion and fighter. He never gave up.

“There was not a foot that was not affected,” Gretchen Jackson said. “He just would not lie down. He had not layed down for two days now. That can’t be good for him. He’s got to get the weight off of his feet. They were bringing him in and out of the sling, but his front feet were showing signs of laminitic changes and we just thought rather than put him through any more else. He had been good up to the beginning of this month, and then everything went.”

He is better off.

It's on the news now, he's gone. He was so brave, we need to be brave now and keep up the good fight with Mrs. Jackson.

Im sick. Cant stop crying. Im so sorry. Sweet Barbaro. RIP, my HERO....

OMG
OH NO

The story just hit the news.

Godspeed Barbaro

WHAT!!!!!!!! I can't believe this.... As I sit here in tears I can't believe that God let us down............. I can't even type right now............ Man this can't be happening, it has to be a bad dream.... :-(

God Bless You Barbaro.... I will always love you...................... more than anything... in this world...........

Barbaro, We love you so, it is so hard to let you go......tears are streaming, but in the end it was the greatest gift the Jacksons and Dr. R. could give you. You are running in the heavens now, no more casts, braces or surgeries, you are free! It is just so hard for all of us left behind, God be with us and all of Bobby's connections. Foggy was waiting at the bridge and they will graze and run together today, pain free. God Bless always!

I read the words and I cannot believe it...

I am overwhelmed...

so utterly and completely overwhelmed...

I love you Barbaro. You are in God's hands but I am praying that He does not take you yet.

I believe in you.

OMG. I just saw it on the news. I still can't believe it. WE LOVE YOU BARBARO. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE A CHAMPION!!!!! It's just not fair he fought for sooo long. At least he is up there running again.

My Beautiful Bobby. I LOVE YOU SO. Be in peace...Be with God. You are our hero FOREVER. Best horse in the world. We all love you.

I will be crying all day.

Barbaro, you are SOOO loved.

Mr. and Mrs. Jackson, Mr. Matz, Dr. R and all at NBC, Mr. Prado, ALEX--I am SOOO Sorry. As heartbroken as I am, I know this is a million times harder for you. Please accept my condolences and I am so, so sorry.

Rest in peace, Big Bay One. You will always be first at the finish line in my heart.

Marg
Proud Fan of Barbaro

Please everyone, come here and help Join Virtual Hands across the country!! We all need this at the moment. I am there, come hold my hand all the
others..

Virtual hands Across the Countryt

Bless you ALEX for going to NBC for all of us....
You have been exemplary throughout ...WE CAN NEVER THANK YOU ENOUGH...YOU ARE A VERY SPECIAL INDIVIDUAL!!!!

Nina Honey,
God did not let us down he saved him from suffering, and so did Dr.Richardson and the Jacksons.

My heart goes out to all of them.

It was just on Fox news. Our beloved Barbaro was euthinzed this morning. I will just sit here and cry..I don't know what to do..

There are no words, God Speed Sweet Prince.

RIP

Judy

OMG, OH NO!!! OMG!

http://sports.espn.go.com/sports/horse/news/story?id=2747087

We can do it here also. Close your eyes and reach out to one another. . I sure could use it, and I know others do also..

My hand is there for all of you, come hold mine also..

Through my tears I just talked to Kennett Florist ( Rachel ) and I said that I still want our candy for the ICU nurses to go up and she was crying too and said she had a whole van loaded up and she has to start calling people. I said that those who have ordered the treat baskets should undersand and I hope they will and still have their treats go up for all the other sick and injured horses that may not really have anybody out of their love , honor and respect they have for the undefeated champion Barbaro.

God Bless you Barbaro and all of you wonderful people.

Peggy

He came from heaven on the 29th and returned on the 29th.

GOING TO LIGHT CANDLES....ZILLIONS OF THEM !!!!!
IF I can see to light them ALL!!!!!

www.gratefulness.org

Goodbye champ! I love you!
Laura

Thank you all for being here. We are together in our grief, just as we had been in our hope.

He is not suffering, and he knew days of grass and sky. And now he's just gone on ahead of us.

God, please heal this wonderful horse named BARBARO, hold him in your arms and love and heal his leggs and body. Be with him God and made him strong and happy. Be with Dr. R. the Jackson's and all of his care givers.

As I mentioned on my earlier post, I feared the worst. I am not sure where a few people who posted above received their information which seems very reliable in the one posting especially, My heart is aching as SO many others. I chose to post again because I wanted to thank Alex for the wonderful, caring job he has done over these long months keeping all of us so well informed. I know his heart must be aching as ours is.
I also want to thank the people at Kennett Florist for their incredible selfless caring support for the FOB's and for Barbaro and the staff at New Bolton. I am sure I am forgetting someone, but I think you all know what I am trying to say and will understand.
Love you Barbaro forever and always - Champ and Hero.

God be with you sweet boy. You were brave. Go and run in the green pastures where you belong.

Jean - Ohio

FOB'S,
LET'S ALL HANG IN THERE TOGETHER- WAITING FOR NEW BOLTON'S PRESS CONFERENCE HOPING THERE WILL BE
SOME POSITIVE NEWS TO COME OUT OF IT! ALEX, AM ALSO LOOKING FORWARD TO YOUR REPORT-I KNOW YOU WILL GIVE IT TO US STRAIGHT AS YOU ALWAYS DO. I DID NOT SLEEP A WINK LAST NIGHT BUT I'M SURE THINGS WILL BECOME MUCH CLEARER AND SETTLED DOWN SOON- I HOPE!! IN THE MEAN TIME I FIND COMFORT IN
MRS. JACKSON'S WORDS AND LOVE. AND KEEP REMEMBERING HOW GOOD IT IS TO HAVE HIM HERE ANOTHER DAY-ALERT,CHIPPER AND NIPPING!! I KNOW HE CAN BE MORE COMFORTABLE, BUT HE CAN'T BE TOO BAD!
LET'S HOPE FOR AN EVEN BETTER DAY TOMORROW.BARBARO, EVERY DAY WITH YOU IN IT IS A BETTER DAY-HOPING YOU STAY COMFORTABLE AND LOOKING FOR A GOOD REPORT LATER TODAY! YOU HAVE RALLIED SO MANY TIMES BEFORE, I KNOW YOU HAVE IT IN YOU TO DO IT AGAIN!!! I LOVE YOU FOREVER...

His spirit has transitioned and he is young and free again, flying faster than the speed of light. The wonders of the Universe are his now.

I just read on ESPN that Barbaro was euthenized this morning
I am going crazy crying. Please God, don't let his be true

Love you so much Barbaro. Love you forever. My heart is heavy, and I am very, very sad. :-( You all are in my thoughts.

Dear Sweet Boy, I love you so much and I'm praying really really hard that this news is going to be all good news!

You hang in there and be tough. Show them the gleam in your eyes and nip everyone that comes close to you.

Love always, Marilyn

Barbaro,
You will always be my champion. Run free--you are with God now, and you are restored to perfect health. I love you now and always.

Kelly
XOXOXOXO

You are always in my heart, Barbaro. God bless all of you.

Beautiful Barbaro,
I Pray with all my heart that you will make a complete recovery. You are a precious Blessing to all. You have a heart of gold & an amazing spirit. You have stolen my heart forever. Please stay strong. I and millions of others are in this with you for the long haul. Take your time & relax. Stay comfortable. You are now and forever will be a treasure & a champion. I forever love you more than words can say. Don't give up Angel!
I BELIEVE!

my radio news said Barbaro was put down

I cannot believe you are no longer in this world. I will always love you. You are at rest now but my heart is breaking.

It just came over the Ap wire he was put down

OMG, It was just announced here. Barbaro was euthanized this morning... gosh no

may flights of angels see you to your rest

Barbaro, Rest in peace. I love you so much. I cannot stop crying. I love you Big Boss Horse.

Barbaro,

Rest in peace. I pray that you will be comfortable from now on....

I'm picturing you running like the wind--just as you were born to do....

You will be missed here.

Love,

Laura D

Sometimes the only thing thing is music. Go with God, Barbaro. We love you.

HERE'S TO YOU

(Alan A. Bell)

When first we met complete akward strangers.

We did not know if we could be friends.

How soon we came for to know each other,

And now I know we will meet again.

Chorus:

So here's to you, and our time together.

I will share with you a parting glass,

And bid adieu with some smile and laughter,

Our time apart will be short, and pass.

We've talked of dreams and of new tomorrows,

Of yesterday and its dark despair.

We've had our share of love and sorrow,

And now we part as friends who care.

A long, long road well it lies before me,

And fate will meet me where it will,

And through the valleys and over mountains,

I will not forget but remember you still.


Chorus:

So here's to you, and our time together.

I will share with you a parting glass,

And bid adieu with some smile and laughter,

Our time apart will be short, and pass.

I miss him already.

Barbaro, I will remember you for the rest of my life.

oh my god,Barbaro is gone,nooooooooooo...........

I don't know how I'm going to pick up my third graders from lunch in 5 minutes and teach for the next three hours.

Barbaro, I'm going to try to show a fraction of the courage and strength that you have shown, and I'm going to soldier on somehow. I love you sooooo much.

Kelly

Good Night Sweet Prince. Peppermint Dreams and Carrot Wishes forever and ever.

Dear God:

This boy wanted to live. Only it was meant to be.

I am trying to be as strong as Barbaro. And in that spirit of things--the Fans of Barbaro must go on. There is work to be done. Somehow...someway..

Christ, this is too much,

Lillian Petroff

Barbaro, you showed us all what courage and love are all about. To the "team" that tried so hard we thank you and respect you. To Edgar Prado, your sacrifice did not go in vain. To all on this board I wish you well.

It was a hell of an effort!!!

I do not think the tears will ever stop.

REST IN PEACE BARBARO. WE WILL NEVER STOP LOVING YOU.

Rest In Peace
My sweet prince.
We will never forget you...not ever.
We will carry on in your name.
We will see your brothers and sisters set free from the horror.
Your life will not have been in vain.
We will remember.

20,500 candles and 67 countries!
More please!
Daryl!

I am sick, tears blinding me, like the rest of you dear FOB's. We are still FOB's.

I see him running,full out, with that long, straight, open stride that did make him look like the skybird, as others said here today. He is tossing his head, he is running with The Fog, and Secretariat, and the fields are full of sun, flowers, and birdsongs.

Our Dear departed pets, like my Murphy and Koko, were among all the throngs who waited on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge. He came over like a rocket, in a blinding flash of light. All of our Dear Ones ran up to him and touched him and kissed him, and the hand of God stroked his head. God said, "Well done, Good and Faithful Servant; welcome Home. Run and play, eat in the abundant fields, and watch the light coming up from the Earth--it is the Love of all those whose hearts you won; it is the Love of all those who will never forget you."

I love Barbaro, and all the FOB's. God Bless Alex, Dr. Richardson and all the people at New Bolton Center, God please bless and comfort Mr. and Mrs. Jackson, and give them peace for doing the right thing for their (and our) Dearly Beloved Barbaro, Undefeated Champion of our Hearts.

Sue M, Pittsburgh

You are at peace. Your work here is finished. You have accomplished so much now we must continue. The world has lost a great soul - a truly great soul I will love you forever and never forget you
Love always,
Joanne

May Barbaro continue to race in heaven. His suffering has ended.

Barbaro was euthanized this morning!

I just saw the AP wire

The pain of his loss is so unberable.

Run free, sweet Barbaro. You are with God.

He is gone they had to put him to sleep. He has crossed the rainbow bride. I am sitting here crying so hard. How could this happen. My hearts go out to the Jacksons. He was suppose to be going to a farm in Kentucky not this. Oh man we need each other now. We need each others strength to get through this. Barbaro you will never be forgotten!!!!

I can't believe it even though I'm reading the words. I love you Barbaro

WE LOVE YOU, ALEX.
OUR HEARTS ARE WITH YOU. THANK YOU FOR TAKING US ON THIS JOURNEY. . .

PEACE TO YOU ALL. . .

i would wish to be one eighth as courageous and wonderful as you!I am devastated ..you fought so hard............and you had amazing people trying .....and the most extraordinary owners!
Rest in peace dear sweet Barbaro!

i hope that fog is there to greet him, along with my lost horses and everyone elses.

He was just euthanized. ESPN just posted it.

I remember reading that when we get to heaven all our pain and suffering is gone, and all is ok. His legs are now perfect and straight again. Just something to think about.

I love you all and wish we could all be together.

God Bless You, Barbaro

You are our hero, we will all honor you by continuing all the good works that have been started because of you. You will be in our hearts always and your spirit will inspire all of us to work hard for all the issues that are near and dear to the hearts of Mr and Mrs Jackson, Dr Richardson and the New Bolton Center, Michael Matz, and all those wonderful horses out there who need our help.

Sharri

The radio is playing " To Sir, With Love"

I AM SICK WITH GRIEF...

We grieve for you, Barbaro. You belong to the ages, but you will NEVER be forgotten. Your life will not be given in vain. Under your name, we will continue our fight.

Much love to all of you.

may we remember all he has taught us.

I'm still in disbelief, even though I know the truth.

My condolances to the Jackson's and to everyone who loved Barbaro.
Debbie in CT

You will always be our Champion. Rest in peace dear boy.

THEY HAVE PUT BARBARO TO SLEEP. OMG !!!!!!!!!!!!!

i cna hardly breathe i'm cryin so hard he was so close

oh the jacksons and michael and peter

Dearest Barbaro,

My heart is aching for you, the Jacksons, and the New Bolton team caring for you. You have touched so many lives...it is truly amazing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest comfortably, Barbaro. You are loved.
xoxoxo

Bonnie from Oxford, PA

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

Author unknown...

why did they have that Morrison guy put that cast on him. He was ok til then.

Barbaro, Big boss Horse, Champ of Forever,

I will remember you forever. I love you. Thank you for fighting so hard. All of your horse friends will meet you at rainbow bridge. I'm sorry, I can't say amymore.......

Dearest Barbaro,

My heart is aching for you, the Jacksons, and the New Bolton team caring for you. You have touched so many lives...it is truly amazing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest comfortably, Barbaro. You are loved.
xoxoxo

Bonnie from Oxford, PA

I just can't stop crying so I am still here. I guess it will just take time to accept this. I hope everyone is right and he is running free in a better place.

Rest in Peace, great champion. You were and will always be my inspiration as I fight cancer.

I love you, Barbaro.

Cheryl

The sorrow I feel is overwhelming. My head tells me this was the best for our Prince but my
heart is broken. My thoughts are with Roy & Gretchen Jackson. Barbaro was their baby. And to Dr. Richardson who gave him every possible chance for survival, and to all who loved and cared for B, only wanting the very, very best for him. He is with the angels now and he will be
with me always.

Mary Land. We don't need that. NO Finger Pointing PLEASE.. We do NOT know if that was the issue or not. he had issues with his right before that happened.. Dr R said so yesterday

I just read that Bobby has been euthanized. My heart is broken for Roy & Gretchen, Michael, Edgar, and Dr. Richardson, as well as the rest of his team. He fought so hard, and everyone involved was amazing. I am glad that this incredible creature, who inspired so many, is now free of pain and once again running.

Godspeed, Barbaro.

####

Pamela, I feel sick too--truly physically sick. I am crying so hard I can barely breathe.

I can't even fathom what poor Alex must be going through right now at NBC.

We are here for you Alex.

Renee Antaya:

Yes he did.... We have been praying for his recovery all this time and I put my trust in God that he would heal Barbaro and he shattered my trust...... I can't even think......

I love you Barbaro.......... That is all I know right now.. I can't even go out and do anything... I am just going to take some valium and try to calm down here because I am crying so hard I can't function..... I'm sorry but I feel that God didn't answer our prayers because if he had, we would still have our beautiful horse and he would be living a long healthy life.......

I am devistated..... and this is making me not want to believe anymore...... :-(

Oh God I can't stop crying. The poor baby, he gave so much of himself and I guess he couldn't give anymore. He taught the world to never give up though and for that I will always be grateful. I just can't believe he's gone. My condolences to all his connections and to Dr. R what an outstanding job you did. I don't know what else to say. I'm in shock. The one consolation I have is he will be crossing that rainbow bridge with four good legs and he will never feel the pain ever again. He is with all the champions before him and he is at peace.

Rest in Peace, great champion. You were and will always be my inspiration as I fight cancer.

I love you, Barbaro.

Cheryl

Prayers for all who took care of him during this time and to his owners. How courageous a journey each of you took during these past months. We have all prayed for all of you. He was a magnificent animal and gave a valiant effort - in his field he was one of the greatest. I will not forget the ride of a lifetime - what a joy to watch!!! thank you to all who cared for him during this time.

Absolutely devastating :-( I cannot believe it. I will pray for Dr. Richardson, the Jackson, Michael Matz, Alex, NBC, EVERYONE who has ever been involved with Barbaro..

God Bless his soul and let him run wild again now.....

Still can't believe it...

I can't work anymore today...Oh my God....

God Bless You Barbaro....

Renee, I agree, I wish I could hug each and everyone of you, so I'll do it here.

The tears won't stop.

I love you Barbaro.

Judy

I'm dreading this news conference. The one thing that makes all this worthwhile is the progress made in treating laminitis....procedures done at New Bolton could help horses everywhere. I've had many, many pets over the years, and putting them down is never easy...and deciding when to call it quits is gut-wrenching.

We must always put the animal's quality of life FIRST and FOREMOST. They should never have to suffer because we can't bring ourselves to say goodbye.

Barbaro,I will miss you my sweet wonderful Boy.
May you rest in peace with the Lord.

Barbaro,I will miss you my sweet wonderful Boy.
May you rest in peace with the Lord.

Love you Barbaro.

TO the Jacksons, Dr Richardson, NBC Staff and most of all ALEX

We are here for all of you..

Barbaro, you have great company ot meet you at the bridge..

I am going off for a bit.. I need to deal with this....

Through my tears I am writing this....I am simply heart broken. This magnificent creature touched our lives and had such an impact on us, we will never be the same. He is at peace now. Thank you all for everything you've done. Barbaro, you are, and will be forever, the champion! I will always, always remember you!

Dear Sweet Barbaro -

You have made a difference in all of our lives. We will love you forever. You are now freed of confinement and pain. We will never forget you and the journey we have taken together. And we know you will journey on to places yet unknown to us.

My heart and prayers go out to Mrs. Jackson, Mr. Jackson, Dr. Richardson, all his staff, Edgar, Michael, Peter and Alex who have so valiently done all they could. I cannot even touch upon the pain they are feeling.

Only what I am feeling. A piece of my heart has broken away and it is called Barbaro...

Dear Sweet Baby Boy, I don't know how to let go of you. I know you are running free with Ruffian, Lost, Secretariat and all the great others that went before you. I still can't believe it and I'm at work crying so hard.

I will never forget you. Your pictures are in my bedroom, on my refrigerator, and on my desk at work. I will see you everyday until I met you in heaven. I'm sure my sister, who was a horse lover like me, has already greated in heaven.

Thank you Dr. D and the Jacksons for letting us have him to love for as long as we did. And thank you Alex for all your updates.

Bobby, I will always love you!

Marilyn Haley in NC

Precious Barbaro, Rest in Peace. No more surgeries, no more braces, no more discomfort. You are running free, grazing in green pastures with the buttercups. Thank you for the memories! I will never forget you. You will always be in my heart ... and that is a nice, comfortable, safe place to be!

Sleep well, Sweet Prince. You gave soooo much to soooo many. It is your turn to rest!

My heart is broken. I will never forget you. You are the greatest horse that has ever lived. I love you forever, Barbaro. Thank you for the beautiful memories of your amazing life. Love, Vanessa, Bob, & Sonia

My condolences to Mr and Mrs Jackson, Dr Richardson, Michael Matz, Peter Brett, all staff of Jacksons and New Bolton, Edgar Prado and to Alex who kept us updated daily.

Barbaro was an inspiration to all of us. We should all try and emulate his bravery and his grace and class. May he rest in peace tho he will always be alive in the hearts of all of us who loved and admired him.

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO ...

I JUST GOT THE NEWS FROM MSNBC BREAKING NEWS!

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO, IT CAN'T BE ... IT CAN'T BE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I can hardly type right now. I have been crying since I heard the news. However, I am trying to think of Barbaro - out of pain, running on all four legs, strong and complete. He is in a better place now and although all of our hearts are breaking, hold on to the image of him being free in a beautiful pasture, with all of those before him. He will continue to be forever loved and stand for all of the good he has inspired.

To the Undefeated Barbaro:

Somewhere in time's own space
There must be some sweet pastured place
Where creeks sing on and tall trees grow
Some paradise where horses go,
For by the love that guides my pen
I know great horses live again.
~Stanley Harrison

Run fast and free, beautiful boy, in sweet green pastures with Secretariat, Ruffian and all the other great ones. You will always be in my heart.

Love, Lisa

Let us pray for Mr. and Mrs. Jackson, Dr. R and Staff, Alex, Michael and everyone involved...You know how this has rip their hearts out like ours.

Barbaro is FREE...Running in green pastures, in God's holy land....

Maybe when we...including me calmed down...in time...we will work even harder for Barbaro's brothers and sisters...not to face brutal slayings..no stone will be unturned.

I LOVE YOU BARBARO...GOD HAS YOU IN HIS HANDS...

I LOVE ALL OF YOU FANS OF BARBARO...TOO.

Love you Barbaro. You changed my life for the better.

My sweet colt, you are pain free, you have 4 healthy feet. You can be in the sun & graze as much as you want now. God decided this was your day to meet Him. He knows how special you are to all of us and He will keep your spirit alive in each & every one of us who grew to love you. Good things were done in your name and more good things will be done in your memory. I will miss you always, but I will never, ever forget you.

I love you, Barbaro, now & forever.

Mary L,
Please don't do that.

I offer my condolences to all of you- we have all loved him.

My love and condolences go out to the Jacksons...they above all of us must feel the pain of this!

From my local station www.whiotv.com:

Owners: Barbaro Has Been Euthanized

POSTED: 10:02 am EST January 29, 2007
UPDATED: 12:32 pm EST January 29, 2007

KENNETT SQUARE, Pa. -- Co-owner Roy Jackson said Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro has been euthanized.

Surgery was performed Saturday to insert two steel pins in a bone. It was one of three that were shattered eight months ago in the Preakness. The effort was made to eliminate all weight bearing on the right rear foot.

The risky procedure transferred more weight to the leg while the foot rested on the ground bearing no weight.

The leg was on the mend until the abscess began causing discomfort last week. Until then, the major concern was Barbaro's left rear leg, which developed laminitis in July, and 80 percent of the hoof was removed.

I'm so sorry to hear this. My heart goes out to the Jacksons.
Rest in Peace, you brave soul.

Yes, he is gone, but we will always.......

Believe in Barbaro

Like many others here, I vow to make a difference for the horses.

Thank you Barbaro, Thank You Alex, Thank you Mr. and Mrs. Jackson, Thank you Dr. Richardson and your Staff.

Thank you all FOB's. You made it easier for me to get through this. Each day when my kids saw me at the computer the first thing they would ask me was "How's Barbaro daddy?" Now I think my answer will be he's running around on green pastures and no longer in pain. He was a true champion on more than just the race track.

Can you imagine how hard it must be for the Jacksons and Dr Richardson?

I had a pet Boston Terrier a few years ago that had cancer and I tried everything (Chemo, radiation, surgery) and finally after he was clearly in pain I was bringing him to the vet to put him to sleep. He took the decision out of my hands and was on my lap in the car, took one last look up ate me and died right on my lap.

I look back and think I probably should have put him down earlier.

I hope the Jackson's are at peace with their decision - they did everyhting right for our nation's hero

God bless all of you

Barbaro, may you run to heavens gates sweet prince. I love you always.

May we all have peace knowing that he is with the Lord.

Sweet Barbaro -
You will live on in my heart.

GODSPEED Barbaro.. Running like the wind with the other great ones...saying caught me if you can..

My prayers go out to all - Alex, Mr/Mrs Jackson, Peter, Michael, Edgar, Eduardo, FOBs, Kennett Florist, etc.,

Precious Barbaro: God's will has been done. He wanted you for Himself. We will love you forever. You will never, never be forgotten. Such a trooper...just like Foggy. Now both of you are running happy and pain-free in God's green pasture. My heart is breaking for you, beautiful boy.

Father, thank you for the "Miracle of Barbaro"

Barbaro will always be a "Miracle" to me.

Barbaro Family: God help us........I need you all so much right now. Let God's will be done.

"Please Pray for the Horses"

"No Horse Left Behind"