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. ❤️
My love and thoughts to you and Dozer, hang in there.
So sorry you’re going through this with your darling Dozer. He knows he’s loved. Big hugs to you and Dozer. XO
We understand , we have had a golden, and a couple other dogs that lived to 15 +
Sending love, prayers & hugs for you & Dozer.
Sending loads of love to you and your beautiful Dozer he us so loved. ❤️🩹🐾❤️🩹🐾
Godspeed to Dozer
Such a beautiful story of a long life spent with your best friend….. making those beautiful memories with Dozer that none of us will forget. I admire you for being the most caring mum to darling Dozer. Take care of yourself, much love to you all 🩵 xxxx
Big hugs to both of you during Dozer’s illness.
Enjoy the ice lolly moments. Thank you for lovely photos in the cookbooks and on your page.
From experience, when the time comes, it takes many years and many tears to get accustomed to not having your special friend by your side. He will never truly be gone; he will live forever in your heart.
Oh Nagi, I am so very sorry to hear that things are not improving for Dozer. Goldens are truly the very best dog! And Dozer is so very lucky to have you as his person. Just take the time you both need to be with him. I know he feels your love being showered onto him. He’s a very very lucky boy!! Sending love and hugs to you both <3
Hi Nagi & Dozer,
❤️🩷💜
Sending love & hugs to you both. There’s no words or enough tears. Travel safely Dozer 💕💕
We love you so much, Dozer. 💞
My heart goes out to you during this sad time.
Hang in there and find comfort in your mutual love for each other.💕
Tough times Nagi,
So much love going both ways between you & Dozer.💛
Thanks for sharing him with everyone.
Much appreciated.
I’m sitting here crying for you. What a fabulous life Dozer has had – all he has ever known is love, love and more love.
I’m not a pet owner, but I’m pretty sure I’ve followed you and Dozer for so long I feel I know him better than any of my friend’s dogs.
I know how difficult it must be watching his transition, but I also know there are very few pets out there that have had the kind of life you’ve given him.
We’ll all miss him.
Sending lots of love The ache is always there ! We love our animals soooo much Take care Nagi Dozer knows how much he is loved in this world and the next 😘😘
So sorry to hear! Sending love!!
Much love to you and Dozer. He (and you) have brought a ton of joy to my life!
Sending love and hugs from Texas. May you be surrounded with peace and comfort in these difficult times.
Nagi, you have been so great with Dozer and his antics have made readers go to his column first to check up on him. Life won’t be the same without him, but you will come back stronger than ever!