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. ❤️
So Sorry -hope you find comfort in these difficult times, wishing you everything good.
Oh Nagi, you’re all in my thoughts sending much love ❤️
Please give Dozer a sweet kiss from me as thanks to him and you for all the smiles and wonderful stories and goofy pictures and adventures you both have shared with us through the years. You’ve both had a remarkable life together and one that is lodged firmly in all of our hearts and with many a smile, chuckle, and now, tears. Thank you, dear ones, for all your gifts to us. 💞
Thank you for sharing Dozer with us all. My heart goes out to you. Sending you love, hugs and strength
Nagi your an awesome dog mom! Thank you for sharing the loving journey between you & Dozer with us. ❤️
My heart is with you and your much loved Dozer 💙❤️ I love that you’ve shared your precious boy with us along with your recipes Nagi, and your mission to help those in need. Thank you and bless your beautiful heart.
My heart goes out to you. My first guidedog (for the blind) was in hospital the last week of December, not expected to pull through. Many many tears…Miraculously he is better again and once more at home, but…
Sending love and hugs to you and Dozer. May the coming days brings you both comfort,restful moments and some joy too,even though your heart must be breaking 💔. Take care.
I am so sorry to hear about how ill Dozer is Nagi. What a wonderful, loving companion he is xxx
My heart hurts for you & am sending all the love in the world as you & Dozer spend precious time together.
Huge hugs & love xoxoxox
My heart goes out to you. Please give much love and hugs to you and Dozer from our family.
My heart breaks for you and Dozer. He has been such a wonderful companion to you, and you to him. I have an old boy myself and am seeing that we do not have a lot more time together, but when the time comes, we know what the best thing is to do for them. Wishing you healing and happy memories
Sending much love and hugs to you both. ❤️💙
Awwww Nagi my heart goes out to you during this very difficult time. Dozer has given you so many happy fulfilled memories and you’ve given him the best life a fur baby could have. Sending luv and prayers to you both it’s never easy losing a fur baby but he’s being so well cared for. Hopefully he can get home just one last time🙏🏾
Will keep you in my prayers ❤️
Our fur babies are only here for a relatively short time but make a tremendous impact on our lives. Dozer has made an impact on thousands of peoples lives through your work with RTM. We love you Dozer and glad that your mum is taking time off to be with you because FAMILY ALWAYS COMES FIRST!!! Thank you Nagi for sharing Dozer with us – we love you both!!! xxxx
The easiest hello and the hardest goodbye. Sending big hugs for the days ahead
Oh Nagy, my heart is feeling your pain. I’m not going to share my fur baby story but know that l am sending you and Dozer loads of love as you travel this road. I’ve loved all the beautiful stories and pics and he will be so very missed when his book closes. Big hugs to him, you and the whole Team at RTE,
Polly 😘🥺💔
Memories last forever – they cannot be taken away.
I’ve got tears reading your post. Our dogs are so precious. Big hugs to you and beautiful Dozer. Cherish every moment.❤️🩹❤️🩹❤️🩹
I’m in tears! Love and big hugs for you both.