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. ❤️
Ivm here cheering you both on with the very best wishes for a brilliant last chapter.
Much love to you both.
Christel in Canada
Sending love and hugs Nagi, healing vibes and strength to Dozer at this difficult time. He is a beautiful boy, love him 💞😘
Love to you both- I hope you can be with him right to the end as he will look for you, his favourite person in his world ❤️
Love and hugs to you and Dozer ❤️ xx
Sending big hugs to you and Dozer’s wider family. I lost a canine family member last year so am well aware of how you all must be feeling. Take care and give Dozer cuddles from us all ❤️
Oh Nagi, l am crying as l read this. They never live long enough, do they? It is the saddest, most difficult part of being a pet owner. And you have been a wonderful one. Love to you both ❤️❤️🐾🐾
What a beautiful tribute to your furry best friend. I will hug my 12 year old Bichon a little tighter tonight, and we will be thinking of you and Dozer.
Much love from Lake Oswego, Oregon USA
I am so sorry. I recently had to say goodbye to my faithful companion of 11yrs.
No worse feeling losing your baby.
I wish you peace and love to cope with what lies ahead.
I do hope Dozer pulls through
I am praying 🙏 for his recovery
He is such a beautiful dog and has a great companion to you Nagi
I love all the stories about him
God bless you Dozer
Hugs Ronda XOXO
Dozer: I just wanted to send my aroha/love to you and Dozer, I’m in tears writing this as I to have had to farewell my furry loved ones over my life time. Kia kaha, kia maia, kia manawanui/be strong, be brave, be patient. Fan from NZ
My eyes are watering just reading your update, My thoughts are with you, Dozer and all the amazing people that you work with who I’m sure also love Dozer. As heartbreaking as it is, there comes a time……….. xoxox to you both.
All our love to you. He is such a beautiful boy. I know you will give all the love that he has given you.
Know what it is like to love a dog as much as you do. Much love to you and yours.
So very sorry and sending good thoughts and love. We dont “ know” each other but share the grateful feelings for loved pets and people too. Stay strong. Every day is precious.
From one Golden owner to another. BIG golden love to you and Dozer.
You are both being so brave. We love them so much and it hurts so much to see our fur babies so sick.
I lost my sweet Rose 6 months ago and I am still devastated.
Sending you both the biggest hugs and love.💕💕💕
Sending lots of love and healing x
My heart goes out to you! Dozer’s love for you will always be there in your soul! Be grateful for all those memories you have shared together! He was one very lucky dog!❤️
Dearest Nagi & Dozer,
We will keep you in our prayers during this time. Dozer has been a blessing that you kindly shared with all of us. Sending you all our love. XX
I’m so sorry for what you’re all going through! Thanks for sharing his life with us! We’ll all have wonderful memories of him!
Sending so much love to you all, but especially you Nagi and Dozer. Crying buckets already. Enjoy every moment with him and take time for yourself ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️