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, that’s heartbreaking. Big hugs for Dozer… and you!
I am so very sorry, my heart breaks for you reading this and I am in tears, sending you strength to get through this next chapter, you are both so lucky to have each other ❤️
So sorry Nagi. My heart is breaking for you. Sending you and Dozer lots of love.
I have three strays now and while I know someday they will be gone I just try to make them all as happy as possible while they are here. The biggest one is about 19 kgs and sort of looks like a German Shepherd. Next us the newest member, a 5 kg brown poodle in puppy cut. The midget is perhaps a mix of poodle and Pomeranian and tips the scales at just 3 kgs.
I’m so sorry Nagi, he is a beautiful boy. He knows he is so loved and he’s so lucky to have you ❤️ I’m sure you will cherish every beautiful moment with your sweet boy.
Nagi, my heart breaks for you as I know how hard this is. ❤️🩹😢 Sending you loads of love, hugs and positive energy to you and Dozer xx 🩷💙
Cherish this time xxx
I have never posted but love your recipes and seeing the love between you and Dozer! I have tears in my eyes knowing how hard this must be for you. I wish some more time for you both and when the time comes for it to be painless. Lots of love from the Carolinas.
This is so hard. My heart goes out to you and your beloved Dozer. Bon courage.
Through all the sadness of this time, wishing that all your wonderful memories together will help you through this.🥰
Sending good vibes to Dozer and of course you, Nagi.
Wishing you all the miracles the universe can serve up (pun intended)
It is honestly the worst of times when one’s fur baby declines.
Such a cutie wishing you both the very best
Love to you and Dozer x
Nagi I ache deep aching pain for you.
I send you my love for your transitions. You are so special to us all. We share your pain.
Oh Nagi, my heart is so sore for you xx the loss of a fur baby so loved is one of lifes greatest difficulties. Sending love to you and Dozer xx
What a beautiful dog. The joy that they give you is nothing but outstanding. Our thoughts are with you both.
Sending Dozer love from New Zealand and special hugs to his mum x
My pup was diagnosed with cancer and was given 2 weeks. She also has Cushing disease, arthritis. And thyroid cancer and now lymphoma. But shes still with us after over three months. I truly hope Dozer gives you all the time you need to love him even more. But the love you have given each other is bountiful. May you both heal this heartache.
Oh my goodness, my heart is so with you Nagi. I will be lifting both you and Dozer up in my prayers. Take care of yourselves and so delighted you’re taking some time off to be with your boy. God bless you always 🙏🏻🌸
Boss: Why are you crying?
Me: DOZER!! 😭 😭
We love them unconditionally and they love us 10 times in return. Thoughts are with you both! 💕
My heart absolutely breaks for you, mere words can not suffice.
Dozer is so fortunate to have had your absolute deep love all these years. XX