The Rescue Canvas
Real-world support, smart strategies, and behind-the-scenes insights for animal rescues doing the impossible every day.
Welcome to The Rescue Canvas:
Reflections on Rescue, Healing & the Human-Animal Bond
The Rescue Canvas is where Rescued by Rembrandt shares articles about the heart behind rescue — from comforting guidance for grieving pet parents to insights that empower shelters and inspire compassion.
Whether you’re healing after loss, working to save lives, or simply celebrating the bond you share with animals, you’ll find comfort, clarity, and purpose in every post.
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The Rainbow Bridge of the Fallen | A Tribute to Military and Service Animals
A solemn tribute to the courage, loyalty, and eternal bond shared between soldiers and the animals who served beside them — from military working dogs..
Thanksgiving with Pets
Celebrate Thanksgiving with your pets safely and meaningfully. Learn how to include pets in your holiday traditions and show gratitude for all they bring to..
The Rescuer’s Rainbow Bridge Poem | A Tribute to Those Who Save Them All
A Rainbow Bridge poem dedicated to the rescuers — the hands that heal, the hearts that mend, and the souls who give animals a second..
The Rainbow Bridge Poem
Read The Rainbow Bridge Poem by Edna Clyne-Rekhy and The Rescuer’s Rainbow Bridge — two timeless tributes to the love between people and pets. Shared..
10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Losing My Dog
No one prepares you for the silence that follows goodbye. These ten reflections offer gentle comfort to anyone navigating the ache of pet loss —..
The Rainbow Bridge — Re-Imagined (PRAI Storytelling™ Version)
A PRAI Storytelling™ re-imagining of the timeless Rainbow Bridge poem — a place where love waits, memory lives, and the leash is never empty again.
From Pawprints to Paragraphs – How Storytelling Heals Pet Loss
When grief steals your words, storytelling helps you find them again. Discover how writing your pet’s story transforms heartbreak into healing.
Why Pet Adoption Profiles Matter (More Than You Think)
A good pet adoption profile can be the difference between overlooked and adopted. Here’s why they matter—and how to write one that gets noticed.
What to Say When Someone Loses a Pet: Comforting Words That Truly Help
It can be hard to find the right words when someone loses a pet. This guide will help you offer comfort, support, and empathy when..
How to Cope with the Loss of a Pet: 7 Things That Actually Help
Losing a pet is heartbreaking, but you’re not alone. These 7 compassionate suggestions can bring comfort and clarity when you need it most.
Why Pet Memorials Are on the Rise
Discover why pet memorials are becoming more popular in 2025 and how Forever Pets' storytelling tributes and Letters to Heaven can help grieving pet parents..
Why Pet Names Make Terrible Passwords (Even Fluffy’s)
Think your pet’s name is a cute password? So does every hacker on the planet. In this eye-opening post, we explore why using “Fluffy2020” is..
💙 About The Rescue Canvas
Stories, tools, and templates to help rescues grow, fundraise, and make a bigger impact.
What You’ll Find Here
- Strategies for Growth
Marketing guidance, grant tips, and fundraising ideas proven to help rescues grow and sustain their mission.
- Support for Rescues
Expert insights, step-by-step guides, and ready-to-use resources for shelters and rescue organizations.
- Tools You Can Use
Downloadable templates, campaign ideas, and systems built to save time, save money—and save more lives.
Why The Rescue Canvas?
Rescue work isn’t just about love—it takes strategy, funding, and an unshakable commitment to impact.
That’s why we created The Rescue Canvas—a place where rescues can find real support, fresh ideas, and proven paths forward.
- What you'll get here:
✅ Expert articles on fundraising & grant writing
✅ Actionable marketing tips
✅ Social media how-tos
✅ Downloadable tools + templates (coming soon)
💬 Let’s save more lives—together.
- Start reading now!
If your heart is still heavy with grief, please consider one of our Grief Companions — gentle reflections and stories to help you heal.
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