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. ❤️
Wishing you all the strength you need for what must come, and love to your house from ours. Thank you for sharing the life of Dozer with us.
Dear Nagi,
I can imagine how difficult these moments are for you. It’s so hard to see our fur babies grow older faster than we do. Enjoy this time with Dozer, and I hope he can enjoy the things he loves again. You are in the hearts and minds of all of your community, and thank you for always sharing a slice of Dozer’s life with us.
Oh Nagi, our family had to say goodbye to our beloved dog some few months ago. I feel your pain. Losing unconditional love and your constant is unimaginable and painful. I’ve seen you treat Dozer like your baby and it is a true testament to the love you have for him. He will always be a part of your story and he will always remember the love he was given (and treats). It is true we don’t deserve dogs because they are just the most wonderful creatures. In such tough times I wish you both the best and send you all the love I can through a phone message. 🩷
Dearest Nagi. You and Dozer are adored by so many. Take comfort in the fact that you gave Dozer the happiest possible
Life he could have had. He was with you every step of the way, you’re shadow, you’re number one. I pray for strength for you and comfort for Dozer and hope you get to bring him home one last time. Sending so many virtual hugs to you both
Oh poor baby I totally understand your pain(tears welling up ) he’s lived a fabulous life your a great mumma and I have loved every dozer story. Much love and light to you both
One thing can never be doubted, there is no dog on the planet who has been loved more than Dozer. I really hope you can have some more previous moments with him. Whatever happened, you gave him the best life.
Sending all my love to you and Dozer. The ending is never easy. He’s so well loved all over the world and hopefully you take comfort in that and how much he’ll be missed by everyone! xx
This has touched my heart. May you be at peace knowing you gave Dozer his best life possible. 🙏
A thousand hugs to you. Our dogs are precious to us, much like family. I hope Dozer pulls through.
Dear Nagi & Dozer I see your love for eachother and feel your pain. Sending you both strength and courage. ❤️❤️❤️
Nagi and Dozer. Sending you much love and hugs at this most difficult time. Our fur babies just do not live long enough. I know you will shower him with more love and hugs.
Love you Dozer ❤️
I am so sorry to hear about Dozer. My thoughts are with the both of you. Please keep us posted on your fur baby. 🐾
I have no words, just tears. Sending you all my love ❤️
Love to you both. Savour your time together. Sending you love, strength and courage. Xx
Sending hugs and love in this difficult time. It’s so sad and incredibly hard when we have to say goodbye to our furbabies.
Nagi, Dozer, This is heart breaking, sending you both love + hugs.
My heart is breaking for both of you. I’ve loved every post of Dozer’s, what an absolutely beautiful companion he has been to you Nagi. You have been a wonderful Mum to him. I know the pain you are going through and Dozer needs you with him now. Blessings and love to you both❤️💔❤️
I have no words. My heart is breaking knowing what comes next. Nagi you and Dozer are loved by so many, may that bring you comfort.
Dozer what an impact you have had on all of us. I still remember lining up at your Book Signing in Southland and the line snakes through forever. Alas, I wasn’t able to get an autograph but was chuffed to leave with a Dozer paw stamp on my book.