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 much love and hugs to all of you two and four legged, please know that you have so many arms around you in support through this difficult time.
Sending you and Dozer lots of love and peace.
So sorry Nagi to hear of beautiful Dozer’s final chapter and the pain you must be feeling. What an amazing life he has had, and now when his need is greatest you are all there for him. What more can we give to someone we love. He was lucky you chose him. I’m hugging my 12 year golden extra hard tonight as I send loving thoughts to you both. Take care of yourself. Chris xx 💔
Big love to you Nagi and Dozer for bringing so much love and joy to us all xx
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My heart goes out to you and I know that during the time that Dozer has left he will know how much he is loved.
Ahh Nagi, Dozer is such a Good Boy, Sending Love to you Both at this Heartbreaking time
They really are angels on loan, and its devastating to know that at some point they have to go back home. Sending you both so much love and strength, and especially peace.
My heart goes out to you Nagi. But Dozer will always be with you, he will follow you around in the afterlife and will be spending time with those that have passed so don’t forget to call his name now and then and try not to be sad just think of him on the other side having fun with those that went before 💔❤️🩹💗
All my love to you and Dozer 💕
I’m so sorry Nagi.
It’s heartbreaking when we know we’ll lose our beloved pets.
Thinking of you, and wishing you all the best.
Dearest Nagi, I know it’s a difficult time, but the most important thing is that you are at his side, when he needs you the most. May our darling Dozer, recover fully and have more time to do the things he loves most. Strength to you too. Love always, Camy
I was just thinking about Dozer yesterday and wondering how he’s been. I’m holding you both in my thoughts and sending so much love to your sweet boy.
This is hard to say, but when the time comes, I hope you can be gentle with yourself and with him. Sometimes they hold on for us, even when they’re tired. Letting him know it’s okay to rest is the bravest kind of love.
I’ve been a regular for over 5 years and always check out Dozer’s antics even I don’t cook the recipe. So it’s heartbreaking to see the star of the site so sick – I have all my fingers crossed for him Nagi.
I am so sorry to see such sad news Nagi but hope you can take comfort knowing how much love and fun you brought to Dozers time with you, he has been a very lucky boy to have experienced such happiness.
so sorry
Love to Dozer and you❤️
My heart goes out to you Nagi.
I’ve gone through this and even now after 6 years I get very Teary. You’ve given Dozer The very best and lets hope for a miracle Hes known around the world but sadly their life span cannot equal ours Take care now and rest assured you’ve done everything possible.
God bless Dozer
Love and prayers to you Nagi and Dozer, and to your ‘extended family’ who are with you on this challenging journey watching Dozer fight this tough battle. Take strength remembering the love and joy he gives you, and remember all the fun times and the cheeky antics. They truely are ‘man’s best friend’.
Much love💜🐶🐾💜