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. ❤️
Oh Nagi. Sending you and beautiful Dozer so much love. Treasure these moments you have together.
Dear Nagi, I am so very sorry Dozer is slipping away. It truly made my day when I saw you both walking to Boronia Kitchen. Dozer has sooo many people that love him remotely, give him a kiss from me. Thinking of you both, Fiona x
I am so sorry to learn Dozer is so unwell, he is a beautiful boy, I lost my girl ( minpin) at 14 years, I fully understand how you are feeling, sending hugs your way
So sad to hear about your baby boy Dozer, its heartbreaking when your family ( your pets are family) are very sick, always remember the great times you had together and try to squeeze in a few more if possible.
thinking of you both xoxo
Dear Nagi and Dozer ~ much love and many cuddles to you both x
I’ve loved Dozer from the first time I saw your page. Your connection was unmissable. He, and you, were both so lucky to have found each other and I’m grateful that you shared his awesomeness with all of us. I’ll hug my own dogs a bit more tonight.
Love from Wasilla, Alaska, US
I feel your pain, and Dozer feels your love. It’s a good way for him to go when the time comes, loved, surrounded hose who love him.
Oh my, what to say in a time like that. Comfort words do not really comfort us in a moment like this. I lost my girl 6 months ago, and it hurts. But less with time. Time heals most everything and the good memories stay forever. Fell the love all the way from Finland!
I have tears in my eyes reading this and thinking of you and Dozer tonight. Sending love and hugs to you both.
I’m so sorry to read this story. I know what you are going through (having lost my three doggos over the past 3-5 years). My thoughts are with you in this very sad time.
Thank you for sharing the news about Dozer. Very hard and emotional time for you and really hope that Dozer improves enough to go home for some ‘fun time’!
Unfortunately our ‘fur babies’ can’t live for ever. Sending a big ‘virtual hug’ to you and Dozer .🙏
Thinking of you Nagi and sending love to Dozer as he winds down from this life. He’s been such a delight on your website. Thank you Dozer. xxx
Sending love & hugs as you pass through this sad phase.
I’m praying for you Dozer and Nagi. Dozer is so special and so loved by everyone who comes in contact or have read about him.
Dozer you have the most loving Mama.
Love you Dozer and
Love you Nagi.
Dear Nagi, I feel your pain and send you and Dozer hugs. We are all here for you whenever you feel you need some support. My 4 year old grandson loved Dozer’s starring role in Row, Row, Row your Boat and we shared the story every night while he was visiting for Christmas. Harry knows who Dozer is and joins me in sending our love to you both. ❤️
Hold him close and love him as much as he loves you
May the collective wings of Love be under your feet & gently wrapped around both of you as you travel through this final chapter. Thinking of you – every – single – day
Oh Nagi, reading this has brought me to tears, so so saddened by this news.
Cherish the time you have left together and all of those wonderful memories you have created, you have both been truly blessed by having such a beautiful connection.
Sending out strength and positivity to you both x
Thinking of you and hoping Dozer is comfortable and enjoying time with his favourite humans and enjoying the TLC
Nagi
This is so sad
The love and dedication you have for Dozer is beautiful
I’m crying
My thoughts and love are with you
Dozers such a gorgeous boy and will be forever missed and remembered
Take care
Nagi
And
Thankyou for all the special times you have shared Dozer with us
He is truly loved by all of your followers
Bigs hugs and much love to
Dozer
Your the most amazing beautiful boy
♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹