Barbaro Euthanized

[litlady02]

Like so many others, I am truly saddened to hear that Barbaro has lost his hard-fought battle for survival. My consolation is that his suffering is over now. It sounds like this was the only decision his team had left.

[Hickory Hill Hoff]

I heard the news shortly after the noon hour about Barbaro today, it wasn't until I got home from work and saw all the stories about our fallen hero and it was finally sinking in. Then I was listening to ATRAB and heard Johnny D. making the comparison of Barbaro's death and saying goodbye to a family pet. That's when I lost it...shortly before this year's Derby, my cat of nearly 12 years got sick quickly and within three weeks had past away. She never acted like she was in pain and went peacefully. Her friend; my dog Kasi who is the same age, suffered a hind injury just a month after Jasmine died. She's been doing well since then, but hobbled in the house yesterday afternoon after I put her out, she seem to be walking better later in evening.
Then today, we learn of Barbaro's death. After eight months, he looked liked he would make it though. It's tough to say goodbye, sometimes tougher with animals than humans. They give us unconditional love and need us to take care of them. Barbaro gave it his all...right to the end. He's finally pain-free, but him being gone is tougher on us. Remember all the pleasure he gave us...that we'll never forget. My dad sent me an e-mail when he learned about Barbaro's death. It was short and to the point...BARBARO "The Bravest of the Brave" 2003-2007. I guess this sum it up.

[Antitrust32]

My friends Wayne, Kasept and I put together a Barbaro Tribute today for the ATRAB show. After the tribute, you can hear a great hour from ATRAB with Steve Byk and JJ Graci. If you have windows media player go to :

http://stream.attheracesandbeyond.com/stream/12907a.mp3

If the link doesnt work go to the www.attheracesandbeyond.com website and find "Barbaro Tribute" under the 1-29-07 Archive in the Schedule
section (2007). Also, our dear friend BTW and Greg Gilchrest had a very good interview in the last hour of the show. If all else fails PM me and I'll email it to ya

Rest In Pease Barbaro

[Samarta]

Man oh man where to begin. Not sure what to say or how to say it. What a majestic animal he was. I've had the good fortune of being around some really nice horses, but it's hard to compare many to him. He was different. As a racehorse and as a patient. I realize things happen for a reason and it was the right thing to do, it doesn't make it any easier.

Thoughts go out to the connections. Dr. Richardson, The Jacksons, Michael Matz and Edgar Prado are truly class acts and never waivered during the last 8 months. They should all rest easy tonight, knowing the big boy is comfortable and doesn't have anything wrong anymore.

RIP Barbaro RIP

[docvegas.]

will always be remembered as a true fighting champion. RIP......

[pdrift1]

GOD BLESS YOU BARBARO !!!!!!!!!!!! you were a true champion in every sense of the the word. RIP. i will never forget you. in every horse that i watch run there will always be a peice of you in every one of them. derby and preakness day will feel a little diffeent for the next few years.while 'i'll be seeing one race in front of me another will be going thru my mind before ,during and after these races.as a family-a horse racing family on this board, which all of us are, we may not always agree or get along but we all lost a piece of us thru this horse. but we gain thru this as the passing of a human or animal how fragile we all are and how quickly things can change in our life and be loved ones either pets or humans can be taken from us or our own lives. we take to much for granted even tho we don't think we do because we are human and its our way of survival. just tell your loved ones you love them and and give your pets wether they be equine or other a big hug for i think thats what this is all about in the end.nothing to do with horse racing but PURE LOVE. barbaro to me will stand for me not so much anymore as the ky derby winner but something greater-love and patience and courage. love you champ and i'll miss you .

[smuthg]

I have always been a Jay Cronley fan, but I think this is by far one of his better pieces... http://sports.espn.go.com/sports/hor...jay&id=2747541

[coltsfan]

Originally Posted by smuthg

I have always been a Jay Cronley fan, but I think this is by far one of his better pieces... http://sports.espn.go.com/sports/hor...jay&id=2747541

Could not agree more. I read it earlier this evening. Great piece.

Also, to all of those who have shared their stories and thoughts on Barbaro, thanks for sharing. I've really enjoyed reading all of them.

RIP Barbaro

[Uncle Daddy]

To see him in person at the Derby was a great memory. He impressed in the padock, on the track and in recovery. RIP