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. ❤️
Sending love & light to darling Dozer🐾🩵, and, hugs & love to you Nagi😘❤️
So sorry to hear the sad news Nagi. But what a blessing that you both found each other all those years ago. He will always be a very good boy.
Sending big hugs to you both 💕
Big hugs to all x
May you always live with the happy tears from a lifetime of such beautiful memories xx
13 summers, 13 winters, it’s never enough, sending you and your love Dozer strength and peace
We’ve just had our young lad (4yo Ridgeback) do a Lazarus after getting bitten by a Tiger Snake. Holding him, helping intubate him while the Vet was saying ‘he’s dying’ was one of the worst moments of my life. Dogs are so precious. My boy knew we were there and he held on.
Dozer will love that you are with him at this time, and with your undivided attention, giving him cuddles and treats.
If you have to let him go gently, then you can be comforted you have given him his absolute best life full of love, play and treats.
Precious Dozer 💛💛💛 – please give him a very big hug from me!
My gorgeous boy, Bob, used to adore ice cubes in the summer. I think he loved the crunch!
Sending lots of love to you both ❤️❤️
My heart goes out to you. It’s always so hard when you know you are losing a wonderful furry friend. Just focus on precious time together and happy memories xx
Nagi, Dozer has had a blessed life and could not have found for a more loving and devoted owner that you, I know the pain you are going through is real and seems like your heart is broken into a zillion tiny bits but it will get better and the pain will give way to a 100 zillion wonderful memories.
Surrounding you and Dozer with white light and much love. May you both have the time you need. It is never easy xxx
Dear Nagi,
My heart gies out to you. I have very recently been in your place and reading your post have tears running down. Focus on all the good and happy times you have brought each other and spent together. He is so loved.
I am so sorry to hear your beautiful boy is so unwell. Sending all my love to you and Dozer. ❤️
Sending love and hugs to you both xx
Thinking of you Nagi as you care for your fur baby the sweetest good boy Dozer. Over the years I’ve grown to love seeing his antics in your posts! He is so loved by so many and he will never be forgotten. It’s beautiful to see him comforted by his favourite person on the planet and still enjoy the moments. What a blessed boy he’s been with you as his mummy. I’ve said good bye to 4 of my fur babies and it’s never easy. Sending you a big big hug and gentle cuddles to the best boy ❤️🙏🏼
Dear Nagi, I know how you feel. Unfortunately, this is the cycle of life for all living being. He will be gone, you will remain with the pain. Life goes on regardless of those who fall in the way.
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Saying a prayer for Dozer, I lost my boy Chevy 18 months ago and it still breaks my heart. I hope you have some wonderful times left with Dozer. God bless him. XXX
My heart is breaking for you, Nagi. Sending all my love to you both
Hello Nagi and Dozer! We have been following your antics for many years now, since I think you started your blog! We love how you both have made your journey. Dozer, I am sorry to hear of your health issues. You are such a trooper. You too Nagi!