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. ❤️
My love and prayers are with you both, enjoy this time together 🥰
Nagi , it was really hard reading about dozer , I understand your concern and heartbreak , our fur babies bring us so much joy and happiness but very sadly when they are sick or nearing the end the heartbreak is indescribable , wishing you all the strength and comfort you will need , as you face this chapter , will certainly keep both you and dozer in my prayers , please look after your self too , 🌹🌹🌹
I’m so sorry Nagi you are going through this. Thank you for sharing Dozer with all of us. He has brought us all joy. Please know we are all thinking of you and holding you both in our hearts.
Nagi. Just spend time with your beautiful boy. Big hugs to you both x
Oh Nagi Dozer is such a beautiful boy and clearly so loved. Soak up every moment life is so much better with our babies in it and heartbreaking when they are no longer with us. Hold him close
Sending love and big hugs
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Hi Nagi,
I’m so sorry for you. I’ve added a section from a poem by Margaret Atwood. It’s about Sekhmet. The Egyptian lion headed goddess of war and healing. There’s a statue of her in one of the Canadian museums.
I loved the imagery when I lost my dog. Hope you like it.
“I just sit where I’m put composed of stone and wishful thinking:
that the deity who kills for pleasure will also heal,
that in the midst of your nightmare, the final one, a kind lion will come with bandages in her mouth and the soft body of a woman,
and lick you clean of fever,
and pick your soul up gently by the nape of the neck and caress you into darkness and paradise. “
He has been well loved and although its hard to say goodbye sometimes you have to do whats best for them.Lots of love to you and Dozer xxx
My heart goes out to you. Dozer has been so very lucky to have you as his guardian angel and you have generously shared him with all of us.
Take care and take time xx
I’m sending you lots of love. ❤️
Thank you for sharing your beautiful Dozer with us. He is the epitome of joy. Love and prayers from Bindi (ACD) and all her people.
I hope you have the chance to give Dozer a day of all his favourite food, people and activities. My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. Such a wonderful dog! (He’s pretty lucky as well – gourmet food on tap).
Sending love. ❤️ Beautiful Dozer. He’s had the best life Nagi. Thank you for sharing all his adventures. ❤️❤️
Thinking of you and gorgeous dozer. I have a 4 y o dalmation with a lot of health problems. Currently waiting for an appointment with an orthopaedic specialist. I spend each day worrying, watching and hoping he’ll be OK. My story isn’t appropriate but I wanted to let you know I understand and send my love to you both x
He is such a beautiful boy. Thank you for sharing him with us all of these years. It’s so hard losing our furry family members but we will always remember the joy they brought in our lives. Love to you both and all of Dozer’s family,
Dearest Nagi-May the angels hold and keep you and Dozer close. My Golden is 13 and now facing the same inevitable fate. Grateful for all the joy I received. May your gratitude fulfill you in this final chapter. Big fan of you both. -DJ Posner
I’m so, so sorry, Nagi. My heart goes out to both of you.
I hope Dozer will be able to go home with you, but wherever he is, I’m sure he feels the deep love he has inspired, and, at the end, that love is the only thing that matters. A big hug for you both..
Warmest thoughts and hugs to you all Nagi and Dozer xx
He’s a fighter- May your big ‘little’ fur baby be able to return home soon 💕 🐶
I feel for you and hope that you get to take him home. I am crying right now just by thinking about your pain
I have only known Dozer for a couple of years, but I’m weeping because of this news.
thanks for sharing this time of him, it’s as important as his history.
Dear Nagi, I’m so very sorry to read that Dozer is not at well.
You have done all that is possible to keep him comfortable.
Most of all, you and Dozer have given each other all the love you could possibly give.