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. ❤️
Aaw Nagi, my heart is broken for you, you brought me to tears. My golden is 8 and the thought of what you are going through terrifies me as I don’t know how I will cope with that when the time comes I just can’t bear the thought. She is like my child, life is so cruel only letting them have such a short time with us. Sending you strength and hugs xx
I’m so glad you are with him.
Lots of tears being shed.
Sending love to you both.
When the time, finally comes, for Dozer to leave your kitchen may he find one in doggy Heaven that shows him as much love as his Earthly one did.
I am truly sorry to hear about Dozer.
Big hugs and kisses coming your way.
Love Liz 💖
I know what you’re going through, but hoping you and Dozer have a little more time for those special moments for just the two of you but also with family and friends. Much love for you and Dozer.
Anonymous quote:
‘When we lose someone we love we must learn not to live without them but to live with the love they left behind.”
You will have loads of love to live with.
Crying with you and praying for you.
Sending so much love to Dozer, and to you Nagi.
Tears, hugs and ♥️ to you and Dozer.
Diane 🐶🐶
Why does “Man’s best friend” only live for 10 to 15 years”. The ‘final chapter’ hurts so much. … All my love to Dozer and Nagi.
Nagi my thoughts and prayers are with you and Dozer .
Family members are not only people but the pets we have welcomed into our lives , our homes and our hearts .
Take this precious time to be with your boy Dozer .
I and all your social media Family are always here for you .
Sending you all my heartfelt and comforting ❤️Love❤️ .
Sending love and hugs to you both.❤️❤️🐾
Sending you and Dozer the gift of time. Glad you’re spending precious moments together.😢
Thinking of you Nagi and of course Dozer such a beautiful boy xx
Oh Nagi, Oh Dozer, sending you both much love, always xox
Oh Nagi. So many hugs to you and your boy, with tears in my eyes. You have given him exactly the life every good boi deserves to have🩷
I’m sorry this is happening. They are the light in our lives and fill our cups with love. Such wonderful memories to keep. Love to you and Dozer xx
Sending love and strength to you Nagi and your beautiful boy Dozer. xxx
Many tears for you Nagi and many more tears and love hugs for Dozer.❤️❤️
I’m so sorry to hear this Nagi! I think all of Australia will be thinking of you and Dozer, and wishing both of you all the best!
Big hugs to you Nagi and even more hugs to beautiful Dozer- I cannot imagine how challenging this is for you all? I can say that Dozer has given me so much joy and , I can see how much you adore each other xxx