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. ❤️
Enjoy the cuddles and take all the time you need.
He is one very special boy x
This soulfriend will live forever in your heart – but it’s so unbelievably sad to let him go.
❤️❤️🩹❤️ Get well soon Dozer so you can spend some more time at home
Hi Nagi my sitting here crying for what you are going through as I’ve been through it and it’s tough. Dozer knows that you love 💕 him . I will be thinking of you both and sending lots of love 💕 and a big kiss 💋 to Dozer . Stay by his side and give him lots of cuddles 🥰 xxx🏴
Dozer, what a beautiful fur baby you are. I have enjoyed all of your photos, stories, everything. Your mum has been very blessed to have you in her life. Your final journey will be tough for many, but the love and precious memories you leave behind will give your lovely Mum strength and the rest of us..
God bless you in your final journey and thank you for sharing so much with us.
Lesley XXX
So sorry to learn that Dozer is soon to be leaving you – and us. We’ve so enjoyed Dozer’s presence in your culinary adventures.
I have tears in my eyes 🥺 This furry boy has brought so much to your life and ours during all these years. Sending all my love to you and Dozer and hoping you can enjoy the last days with him doing what he loves the most apart of mama Nagi 💗 Blessings to you both 💕💖💕
Dreadfully sad. ❤️
My family has been there too many heartbreaking times.
I’m sending Dozer lots of love, more ice pops and more days of cuddles and love ahead.
God’s blessings on you both! ♥️
Please give Dozer hugs and kisses from me and my beautiful old staffy Zayne (13.10 years) it’s so hard when they get old. Sending love ❤️
Big love to you both 💞💞💞
Dozie, you are a champ – you are embedded in the hearts of all who follow you, now & forever….we love you soooooooo much 😘😘😘😘😘😘
Love to you Nagi and Dozer. What a beautiful boy he is. Such a hard thing for you both to go through 💔💔
Dear Nagi wishing you joy as you day goodbye to dear Dozer. The pain will be immense but I know you will see each other again one day. Stay strong for Dozer; sending lots of love to both of you x
Biggest hug. We think Dozer is just wonderful too. We are sorry you’re having to say goodbye.
Sending you all lots of love & hugs! Know that you are surrounded with love & support.
This is heartbreaking news but you have kindly been preparing us with this eventuality. Stay with your boy. He needs you more than anyone or anything else does. Brings tears to my eyes knowing the pain you are experiencing within. Our fur babies hold such a special place in our hearts so it’s only natural to grieve. Please give Dozer a huge gentle hug from our household and make sure someone hugs you as well Nagi. Take good care of you.
With kindest thoughts
Sending love and hugs to you both. It’s been so beautiful getting to read about Doser. Love you recipes. Would love a big cuddle 🤗💕🙏
What a beautiful union you both have. 👌😊
Thinking of you and Dozer. What a lot of joy Dozer has brought to so many people. He’s a lucky boy to have you by his side every minute. Sending love and pats. X
Hi Nagi. Thinking of you both with a heavy heart. Spend precious moments time now for you both which you both will cherish. As will all of us by you blessing us by sharing his amazing life with us. 🥰🐶🥰🐶🥰