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What is TREW?

Triple R Equine Welfare Inc. (TREW) is a Victorian not-for-profit, volunteer organisation, devoted to the welfare of horses.

One of TREWs aims is to help horse owners where possible. We take the time to focus on individual cases involving ordinary people within our communities who require some sort of assistance be it in regards to feeding plans, basic horsemanship advice, assistance in special cases or a range of other areas.

The stories posted so far show that equine welfare embraces so much more than simply rescuing and rehabilitating horses alone. There are so many different scenarios, backgrounds, histories and situations that lead up to, and contribute to a horse becoming neglected.

With early intervention, often the more serious issues can be prevented. This is something all animal lovers can contribute to, everytime we come into contact with horse owners/carers that are less experienced and/or knowledgeable.

Even if you do not have the experience yourself to deal with an issue you see, passing on TREW's contact details may well improve the lives of at least some of the horses out there, by enabling their owners to provide more appropriate care. With more information available to horse owners, cases of neglect through ignorance are less likely to occur.

TREW’s work would not be possible without the ongoing support of our members and the wider equestrian community.

If you have any queries or require assistance, please contact TREW at equines@triplerequinewelfare.org.au

In Loving Memory - TREW Buddy - May 2012

Don't cry for the horses that life has set free
A million white horses forever to be
Don't cry for the horses now in God's hand
As they dance and they prance in a heavenly band
They were ours as a gift, but never to keep
As they close their eyes forever to sleep
Their spirits unbound, On silver wings they fly
A million white horses against the blue sky
Look up into heaven you'll see them above
The horses we lost, the horses we loved
Manes and tails flowing they gallop through time
They were never yours, they were never mine
Don't cry for the horses they'll be back some day
When our time is gone they will show us the way
Do you hear that soft nicker, close to your ear?
Don't cry for the horses, love the ones that are here
written by Brenda Riley-Seymore

Meet Our Current Residents

Fundraiser - Car Boot Sale at Carlton Lodge Indoor Arena - May 27

Triple R Equine Welfare, in conjunction with Carlton Lodge, is holding a Car Boot Sale on Sunday 27th May 2012 from 12pm to 5pm.

Carlton Lodge
775 Maroondah Highway
Coldstream

All stalls are situated in the Carlton Lodge Indoor Arena, so come and sell your excess gear without the hassle of worrying about the rain.

Stalls are $30, businesses welcome.

Confirmation and payment needed by 20th May 2012.
To book a stall, please contact Amanda on 0439 364 997 or
Download Booking Form

Soup and sausage sizzle
Face painting entertainment for the kids

Raffles and Auction
- Prizes include, but not limited to -
- Paintball Games vouchers
- $100 voucher for Bob Jane T Mart in Chirnside Park
- Voucher for Free car service from Ultra Tune in Chirnside Park
- Vouchers for 25% discount at Oz Ten Pin Bowling
- Equine Light Therapy session
- Private arena hire at Carlton Lodge Indoor arena
- Herbal Blend

…Plus much more!

Racing the Great Train for Equine Welfare

In an effort to generate donations to support the work of Triple R Equine Welfare, and raise awareness of equine welfare issues, TREW committee member, Tanya Meldrum, will be competing in the 31st annual Great Train Race on Sunday 6th May 2012. Tanya will race against the steam locomotive, Puffing Billy, over 13.2 kilometres from Belgrave to Emerald Lake Park.

Please support this appeal by sponsoring Tanya's run. Every dollar raised will directly contribute to TREW's ongoing work improving the lives, prospects, and well-being of all equines.

Support Tanya - Donate to Racing the Great Train for Equine Welfare

Eastern Regional Pet Expo

Triple R Equine Welfare attended the Eastern Regional Pet Expo at Knox. Although it was a little windy, the rain held off and the Expo attracted many visitors with their 4 legged friends.

TREW's education unit was set up, along with our vast array of merchandise.

It proved to be another successful day, giving us the chance to get out into the community and discuss a variety of topics and issues in relation to equine care and welfare.

A big thank you to everyone who volunteered their day to man our stand.

Teddy Award 2011 - Awarded to Lea Smart

Lea Smart is the first recipient of the Teddy Award.

The TREW committee were very impressed with her dedication to equine welfare. Lea works tirelessly for animal charities, dedicating her time, knowledge and experience for the benefit of our equine friends.

Lea has been instrumental in the rehabilitation of Buddy, with his chronic lameness issues, and continues to also assist with Jewel, Starlight, Luigi and Trinket, all of whom arrived with chronic laminitis.

Lea has dedicated not only her time, but also homeopathic remedies and tissue salts, giving these horses the best possible chance of recuperation.

Lea Smart is a Co-Director of Smart Bowen Pty Ltd and Principal Instructor for the Equine and Small Animal SMART BOWEN® Therapy training programs.

Lea has an extensive history working with animals holding formal qualifications as an Animal Technician, Veterinary Nurse and Animal Homeopath. She also has a ‘Certificate IV in Assessment and Workplace Training’.

When not teaching the Bowen courses throughout Australia and overseas, Lea and Brian are in clinical practice at the Smart Bowen Therapy Clinic in Lancefield, Victoria. There they treat people, horses and small animals with Bowen Therapy and Lea also treats animals with Homeopathies. Lea has continued to develop the animal Bowen programs with many hours of extensive research and clinical application.

Shop at the Farm Store and receive 10% off

When you shop at the Farm Store, not only will you receive 10% off your purchase, the Farm Store will then donate another 5% to Triple R Equine Welfare.

Simply enter “TREW” in the Discount Code box when viewing your shopping cart at http://www.thefarmstore.com.au

Seymour Alternative Farming Expo 2012

Triple R Equine Welfare attended the Seymour Alternative Farming Expo 2012 held from the 17th to 19th of February.

It was a good opportunity for us to be out in the community educating, informing and discussing a varied of topics and issues in relation to equine care and welfare. Our education stand, speakers, displays and information leaflets were all very well received.

TREW was thanked many times for the assistance which has been continually offered throughout the equine loving community and unfortunately, we were informed of a number of concerns which are now being investigated.

A special thank you to our newest supporters Discovery Floats and The Farm Store. In addition we would like to take this opportunity to welcome those new members who have recently join our organization.

We would also like to thank Laucke Mills for a generous donation of their premium feeds at the completion of the expo.

Some of TREW's Cases

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