Hello, I am reaching out for support for Cora, the dog who belonged to David Burall. (Chef Dave) David worked at Tiki Jac's Street Eats & Brews, Milford Diner, and Snappers Waterfront Tiki, and he was a graduate of Queen Anne's County High School. David passed away two weeks before the closing on his home. His two dogs needed help right away. Roshi, the white dog, went back to Grass Roots Rescue in Delaware. Cora was left with no legal owner. She cannot return to her former rescue because she originally came through Talladega Dog Rescue in Preston, run by Katie Wickum, and many people already know the history there. Talladega closed, so there is no group responsible for taking her back.

Cora had a difficult start. She was found injured in North Carolina and placed on a euthanasia list. David adopted her because he believed she deserved better. When we picked her up the day before the home closed, she showed intelligence, joy, and playfulness with her temporary foster.

If we walked away, she would have gone to animal control with limited behavior support. She could be adopted by someone unprepared, returned again, or even listed as a dangerous dog for fear-based behavior. Cora has potential with the right guidance. I do not feel safe turning her over to animal control with limited resources and supports. If this were a physical injury, most people would not think twice about donating. Cora needs us.

I am asking from the heart. If David’s neighbors, friends, or coworkers are willing to donate in his honor, it will give Cora the future he wanted for her.

CORA IS VERY HAPPY AT BOARDING GETTING LOVE AND CARE, BUT WOULD LOVE A FOREVER HOME.