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. ❤️
Nagi, such a brave boy, he is hanging on for you because he knows you will be utterly heartbroken. He has given you and us readers such great, funny segments.
Take some comfort Nagi knowing we are feeling your pain. ❤️
Our fur kids love us unconditionally.
Big hugs. 😘😘😘❤️❤️
Feeling for you Nagi and sending lots of love and support at this very sad time. Dozer has had the best life a dog could ask for, and if I return as a dog could I please be YOUR dog? xxxx
OMG YOU TOOK ME DOWN MEMORY LINE RATHER PAINFUL COS I WAS IN YOUR SHOES WITH MAZA / CAT AT 16 y of age and Dr Peter was in and out of my place so many times that I’ve lost count.
I am crying and am “ SORRY” but we all have to go through this so you are in my thoughts and prayers and my heartfelt thoughts for you be strong. Love you all.
Thinking of you Nagi and your gorgeous boy. It is a shocking time in both your lives, I’ve been there quite a few times and I feel for you both. Give Dozer a big kiss from one of your and his fans 😘
Sending you lots of love and hugs ❤️❤️❤️Dozer has bring so much love in our life. Love you Dozer ❤️❤️
Heartbroken for you Nagi. Sending all my love to you and your beautiful boy 😔🙏♥️
Sending you blessings. I have enjoyed your regular updates on the life of Dozer as much as your recipes. Hugs to you both
Nagi, you HUG that sweet boy for All Of Us who love him too.
And then. Give yourself a HUG too!!! We love you!!!!
Prayers coming your way from the PNW of the USA. 🙏🙏🙏
Thinking of you and Dozer 🤍 Sending so much love and hoping he comes home in a better place, with time still ahead for some extra memories you are wishing to make together. 🙏🌞
Nagi, as a dog owner my heart goes out to you and of course, Dozer. He’s a gentle giant and loved by all. I can only wish him the best and a speedy, “get back on ya feet soon mate” cause us cooking fans love you.
I’m so sorry. You and Dozer have been the luckiest of souls to have each other. Thank you for sharing him with us. Take all the time you need, and take care of yourself. And thank you to the lovely JB and Goh for stepping in for you, so that you can give yourself fully to this process.
Sending lots of hugs. Thinking of you and lovely Dozer 💚💙💜
My broken heart feels your pain. As our vet said to me ‘grief is not a sign of weakness but the price of love’. Take comfort that your boy is a fighter and love him, love him, love him.
Sending you and Dozer Big Loving Hugs Nagi. Thank you for sharing Dozer’s journey which is so very personal for you.
Love and prayers for both you and Dozer., from New Zealand. XXX
So much love to you and your Dozer.
You are a light to so many as he is your light and you both deserve all the kindness and grace the world can give you xx
Sending Aroha from NZ. Love Dozer just as much as I love the mojo your recipes has put back in my love of cooking at 64 😊
Kia kaha | Stay Strong
Sending love to you both….thank you for sharing Dozer with all of us….it’s been a joy…
Wishing you & Dozer love& peace. Take all the time you need.
Like many of your readers and followers, I’m literally in tears, and I’m not one to usually cry. I have both you and Dozer in my thoughts and hope that when the time comes, knowing that you’ve had the most wonderful pet in Dozer, brings you some comfort. There are so many that have never received that gift. Sending you big hugs xxx
Sending you all the love in the world, Nagi and Dozer. xxx
Praying the final chapter can be written on your terms. 🙏