Dean Richardson, DVM, Dipl. ACVS, chief of surgery in the George D. Widener Hospital at the University of Pennyslvania’s New Bolton Center, reports today that Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro is resting comfortably after receiving his sixth cast since his accident at the Preakness on May 20. “Barbaro is eating well and resting in his stall,” said Richardson, who also treated the colt for an abscess in his left hind foot.

“He’s tolerating the new cast well,” said 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 hospital.

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