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. ❤️
I shed tears for you and Dozer. Only nine months since my own heartbreaking experience.
Sending love xxx
Just sending love to you both at this incredibly difficult time. Everyone following RTE would say it MUST be all about Dozer right now. If love could keep you going Dozer would be with us forever xxxxxx
Parent of a furboy we almost lost last August – he is on a regime of meds but happy with his life – so we arrange our schedule around him because we wouldn’t have it any other way & we have given him [and us] more time – because we all know they are never around long enough!
Sending you and Dozer much love – and thoughts – from me and my furboy Biscuit xxx
Sending love & hugs Nagi. I love him too …
In he a a beautiful Labrador and my heart is with you both.
Ah god I am so, so sorry Nagi 💔 Its excruciating when you lose them. He’s had the best life with you. He couldn’t have been more loved and he knows that.
Been following the adventures of you two for many years now. Heart is breaking for you. Sending you both hugs and love xx
Sending love to you and your best friend. 💙
❤️❤️❤️💔
I was so sorry to read about Dozer’s recent health issues, it brought tears to my eyes as I have lost a few of my beautiful furry friends and know how difficult it is to say goodbye. I am thinking of you and Dozer.
Tears for you both. Dozer’s life has brought laughs & cheerfulness to many, many readers/cooks. We’ve all learned to love him. Thanks for sharing him.
Sending love thinking of beautiful Dozer ❤️🐶❤️
Sending the biggest squishy hugs to you and your beautiful Dozer.
I adore all animals and my doggies are so special
Sadly I lost my oldest one last August and it broke my heart. Our animals are our family.
Much love to you.
Oh… Well, this is what happens to all of us. I have loved to see Dozer sharing everything with you for years and will not forget the happyness it has brought to all of us.
I first followed you when I saw Dozer, not for the recipes. That was just a bonus. I have always looked at the posts about Dozer first, new recipes second. That said, I have made so many of your recipes. They’re a game changer for me and for friends I’ve recommended follow you. I’m so sad for you that Dozer is so unwell but sure he is so grateful to have you as his devoted owner. Take your time in coming back, we’ll be ok. Much love to you and Dozer ❤️❤️
Such a ghastly time losing your best friend. Always by your side and making you happy and feeling loved – but never sad until they deteriorate -, then it’s hell. Poor Nagi. What a fab life you have given him though. Thanks also for all your brilliant recipes- so meticulously detailed and accurate. You work so hard. Forget about everything except Dozer now.
Just wanted to send best wishes to both of you. It’s tough but I hope you have enough good time with Dozer to make the final goodbye a tiny bit less devastating. Thanks for sharing him with us.
Im sorry to see Dozer this way 💔 he seems like such a sweet boy! Saying goodbye to a beloved dog is the hardest 😢 hugs Nagi x
♥️🙏♥️Sending healing love and prayers to Dowzer, you, the team n family,
Love n hugs for Dowzer
Thoughts are with you and Dozer,….so difficult when our fur babies aren’t well. Sending love and light to you both💚
Sending lots of love ❤️ If only they lived forever ……
Love you, your recipes, and Dozer! Sending lots of love your way at this taxing time!
My thoughts and love to you and Dozer. Thank you Nagi for sharing posts on Dozer, it has brought me much joy over the years ❤️