I’ve cried a thousand tears and there’s a million more to come.
Almost a fortnight ago, Dozer was hospitalised at SASH with a double lung infection (pneumonia). If he was a spritely young chap, it probably wouldn’t be a big deal. But he’s 13.9 years old, with other medical conditions, and with that comes the reality that is the circle of life.
The initial prognosis was dire, and he went downhill worryingly fast. But my boy is a fighter. Against all odds, he improved, his lungs showed some healing and his vitals were strong. He worked hard on physical rehab and was even discharged on the weekend ………
…….only to be back in ICU a mere 2 hours later with complications. Discharged again….then back in ICU again 10 hours later.
We’re in the final chapter of Life of Dozer and we all know how the story will end. But before we get to the final page, it is my greatest hope that Dozer can come home in good enough condition to have some time to do the things he loves the most – spending time with his favourite people, scavenging around the table, playing with friends at the beach.
And being by my side, 24/7. All the neck rubs in the world. All the hugs, all the kisses, all the pats.
So for the next little while, I will be taking time away from work. JB and my brother Goh are taking charge of both RTE and RTM (our food bank). JB is going to start sharing new recipes and bring some much needed cheer to this website. Hopefully one a week, if he can manage it with the extra business operations responsibilities he’s taken on. He’s been dropping off recipe samples to me at ICU, which I appreciate greatly, even if eating French delicacies next to beeping machines feels slightly surreal.
I can’t promise to share Dozer updates on all his recipes – to be frank, it depends how Dozer is going – but you’ll see some interesting insights into how JB and I work together on recipes remotely. 🙂
Thank you for all the years of love you’ve shown Dozer, for sharing your own fur baby stories, and for making him feel so deeply adored far beyond our little world. I hope to be able to share some more light hearted Life of Dozer tales for the next little while.
Love – Nagi x
Life of Dozer
In honour of the joy Dozer has brought to this website over the years, I can’t finish this post without bringing some cheer to the Life of Dozer section. 🙂 Here he is eating an ice pop – literally just plain ice. It’s his absolute favourite treat these days! Funny how much the bar drops when you’re in hospital, gourmet expectations reduced to frozen tap water and he’s living his best life. ❤️
Nagi, so glad you are prioritising this time for you and Dozer. You are absolutely doing the right thing – for both of you. My heart is with you. I still miss my 3 fur babies after all these years.
Hugs, love & peace to you & Dozer
I have never posted a comment but now I will to say how I feel so sorry about your loss. It takes time to heal but you have many who will share your grief
Don’t worry about the recipes. We will all still be here. Take all the time you need. Xx
I am so sorry to hear if your loss of dear Dozer, Nagi
Our dear 4 legged friends become very much a part of our family 🥰💔
Sending you love and hugs, Richard
Love and strength to you Nagi ❤️
I’m so sorry to hear about Dozer, Nagi. Thank you for sharing photos and stories of Dozer over the years. Kids and I enjoyed them very very much. Sending you much love and hugs during this difficult time. Xxx 🐕
Sending you all the love 🩷
Dear Nagi, thank you for all you have shared. So very sad to hear about Dozer’s journey and can only imagine the impact. Wishing you strength, love and kindness during this difficult time.
Sending love
He’s a good boy.
Oh Nagi, I shed a few tears reading Dozer’s update and pray he pulls through. Enjoy every moment you have with him as they are special angels who come into our lives for a reason. I still miss my Duke and Daisy and think of them every day as it’s been nearly 5yrs I lost Duke and 3yrs since Daisy’s been gone and all of Dozer’s updates have helped me through so thank you. Take care of yourself and sending lots of love, hugs and prayers to you and Dozer ❤️❤️🙏🙏
Thinking of you so much Nagi and Dozer. Enjoy the time you have together how ever long that may be and know that we have all loved and enjoyed the stories of you and your man! xx
My heart and prayers are with you both. Sending lots of love and gentle hugs.
This is the hardest part of sharing our lives with pets, but the love we share during that time is worth it. Dozer is the goodest boy. Thank you for sharing him with us. Please take care of yourself and take the time you need for yourself and Dozer.
So sorry 😞. I do understand your pain 😢. Dozer is such a treasure and we’ll miss him, but for now just take care of yourself. 😭 ❤️
I’m sure Dozer understands the love that you have for him and loves you very much in return
Hugs to you both xx
Dearest Nagi, you are in my thoughts and prayers as you tread this, the saddest of paths. Dozer has had a wonderful life with you and known so much love. Take your time, just be kind to yourself, you do so much for others. With love Jan Grange
Thank you for sharing the beautiful moments you had with Dozer—he brought so much joy to everyone around him. While we can try to understand your pain, we know we can never fully grasp its depth. Please believe us when we say that we stand with you, Nagi. As Dozer begins his new voyage, we hope with all our hearts that he finds his way back to you someday.
It’s never easy Nagi 🩷 Words aren’t enough. Dozer is loved the world over. Sending love and and hugs from afar xxxxx
Thank you for sharing Dozer with us, we’ve loved seeing him. My thoughts and prayers for you both xx