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, I pray Dozer is ok, I was reading about him and burst into tears. I lost my fur baby about 3yrs ago and I’m so lonely. My prayers are with him.❤️😘😘
Stay well Dozier.
I never ever patted Dozer but such a beautiful boy. My heart goes to you Nagi – Goldie’s are simply the best !!💙
My thoughts are with you Nagi, a difficult time. Such a lovely boy
Thinking of you & Dozer & sending you both all the love & hugs in the world x
Oh Nagi, sending love. I know when Dozer’s time comes he will slip away so peacefully with so much love around him. Hopefully he can go in the comfort of his home. What a beautiful life 💞
So sorry to read this post. Dogs are so special and when they are unwell the feeling of helplessness is immense. Love to you both at this terrible time.
As a psychic medium (and former chef), Dozer will always be with you ♥️. The book “Signs:The Secret Language of the Universe” will help you to know that he will always be here, and he will be waiting for you to reach out. It will be the next chapter of your life together 🦮 😊.
The hardest of the hard. Dozer has been part of everyones life for those of us who have frequented these pages all these years. Bless you both.
So sad to hear what Dozer is going through, he is a great companion for you and we all need one of those.
Love, hugs and best wishes to you both, Nagi & Dozer ❤️ what an amazing life he has been able to have from you and will continue to.
Sending lots of love to you and Dozer. ❤️🐾
He’s certainly a fighter who will go to the rainbow bridge when he is ready. So very sad he’s been deteriorating but any one of your followers know he your best friend, your family and so loved by each and every one of us. Thinking of you and Dozer while he is fighting as hard as he can ❤️❤️❤️❤️
My heart is breaking for you Nagi,
but be comforted by memories of the precious times you have spent with your very special friend.
Just sending love. That’s all to be done x
My eyes are leaking and my heart is aching for Dozer and you. Enjoy every moment that is left. May he have endless bowls, spoons and spatulas to lick on the other side of the bridge.
I’m so sorry about Dozer. You have given him the most wonderful life. Your grief is shared by all of is who have lost our beloved companions. Thank you for your recipes, your kindness and your love of animals
You have given him a blissful life. He will absolutely know and love that you are with him. It’s a very hard time and my thoughts are with you. ❤️
Ohh Nagi :'(
It’s the hardest thing about being a doggy parent….they bring so much joy to your life, yet their flame burns out in the blink of an eye. Savour your final moments with him and know that he led a life full of joy, pats, and treats *hugs*
It is always a horrible time when the end is close both with animals and people. Remember the good times.
Big hugs and healing to Dozer, as I read this I was tearing up, we have a beautiful old boy, BamBam, our Chihuahua cross, who is unwell and on borrowed time so I know how heartbreaking this is, we don’t want to have to make the awful decision that is looming, for now everyday we get with him is a gift. Best wishes to you both, I love seeing Dozer in your emails and books xx