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. ❤️
I have no words…. except I’m thinking of you & Dozer with love & affection 💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔
Love is Everything! I love you Dozer and Nagi. Thinking of you both with so much Love. Blessings to you both 🧡🧡🧡
So sorry he is so beautiful ! Praying for you and Dozer 🙏🏻💙
Oh no. I am deeply saddened to hear about Dozer. Over the years, I loved seeing his pictures and reading about his adorable shenanigans. If anyone wonders what pure unconditional love looks like…all they have to see is Dozer smiling when he’s in your embrace.
I’m going to cuddle my super senior kitty and give thanks for this special time we have together on this side of eternity.
Lifting you and Dozer up in prayers for healing and peace.
With love from Minneapolis,
Kerry and my one-eyed fur baby Harvey
I’m sorry to hear this. Sending you both hugs Wx
Sending love and hugs to Dozer! My heart goes out to you and him! Thank you, Dozer for all the special Recipetin moments over the years!💕💓
They sneak in a steal your heart and take a little piece of it with them when they cross the rainbow bridge. I always look forward to Dozer stories. In fact I look for those before I look for recipes. Sending you all love and nose prints on the glass.
Sending our love and positive vibes to Dozer that he will be well enough to go home and be with you as long as he can. We lost 2 of our furries within 7 weeks of each other last year. Dozer is so well loved and cared for and he is lucky that you are his mum; you are lucky to be his mum. Dozer has done very well for a big dog and that is testament of your love and care. All dogs go to Heaven x
Dear Nagi, my heart breaks for you and as every other dog owner knows the bond of love we share with our pet is forever. So I’m wishing you and Dozer strength to get through this and you will never forget this gorgeous boy who is loved and admired by so many❤️
Love and hugs to you & Dozer 💙
Sending lots of love and hugs your way .
Losing such a faithful and loving ‘furry kid’ is always heartbreaking – I’ve done this seven times in my 80 years. As dog-lovers we recover and give fresh hope to a new Rescue Dog. You will do it too.
How attached we become to dogs who we don’t even know.
That boy has been cherished and loved. We all wish they could live forever. My heart goes out to you.
It’s been a special privilege to share in your beautiful life as a dog owner through “Life of Dozer”. The love we all witness through the years between you both is surreal and will always be with you and him. Hope you both can the best of whatever time is left, stay present, stay hydrated with all the ice pops in the world. Sending you both lots of love, hugs and belly rubs ❤️ Selina xx
I’m so sorry about Dozer’s condition. We just lost our 16.5 year old border collie lab mix Oreo. Such a joy to have had all that time with her. Please know my heart
Is with y’all ❤️😢
Thinking of you at this difficult time. Love and gentle hugs from my girl Dawn and I
Sending love and hugs to your fur baby. My heart is sad. But also full to know that Dozer knows how much he is loved 🥰
Hi and sweet Dozer,
My 13.8 year old Golden Retriever Charlie and myself send you much love and healing so Dozer can come home to enjoy all his favorite things.
Charlie is currently enjoying all his favorite things on a daily basis, including trips to Bunnings and Petbarn aka the pleasure palaces!
Love you Dozer! 🐾❤️
So sorry to hear your news. Dozer is so lucky to have you for his mum. Thinking of you both as you navigate the days ahead. Big hugs for you and Dozer ❤️🤗
Dear Navi, I’m crying while writing this because I know what you’re going through and how you’re feeling , having gone through the same experience with my beloved Labrador, Dougal.The grief can seem unbearable, but eventually it does lessen if not completely resolve. I hope that continuing your wonderful cooking website will help to mitigate the pain