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. ❤️
Hugs for you both.. our GR girl made it to 13.9 and we have the same photos in hospital so yours brought back so many memories. Memories you will cherish that you have shared with us all.. Dozer the furry child with a huge extended family 🥰
From Ohio, I’m so sorry to hear about Dozer. What a beautiful soul. He is so very loved. 🤍
We lost our beloved Rosie before Christmas (golden lab) she was 15. We begrudgingly knew it was time and spent the week spoiling her and saying goodbye. Lots of ice cream ate and time at the park. We still miss her but that week was invaluable for us all. Much love, it’s so hard xx
I’m so sorry for your loss.
Crying buckets full. Thanks for sharing Dozer with all of us, take your own special time with him now. Sending virtual hugs to both of you.
Andrea. 💔
So sorry Dozer is not well. I think this is one of the most difficult things in life to loose your little buddy who is always happy to see you no matter how late you are. Thank you Nagi for sharing his and your life with us. Making your work way more than recipes – love of out 4 legged kids is a special thing. Peace and memories
We are thinking of you both! Sending you and Dozer all the love and positive prayers! We’re always with you spiritually.
My heart is broken. I feel your pain. My thoughts are with you both during this this trying time ❤️💜❤️
My thoughts are with you and your wonderful Dozer. I know what this stage is like. We are with you both all the way through this and beyond. Xxx
Take the time you need and can with your boy.
Hi Nagi
So sorry about Dozer as long as you are next to him he will fight please give him a big hug he is such beautiful boy stay strong for Dozer 🥰🐾🐾
In my prayers. All the love from Egypt 💗
Sobbing my eyes out whilst reading this. Thank you for bestowing the honor of seeing Dozer all these years. Sending love to you and Dozer from my pup and I <3
Bless you all.. this brings so much sadness ..we remember always the happiness our fur friends have brought usxxx
You have given Dozer the best life. Take care of yourself Nagi at this difficult time and thankyou for sharing this part of your story with us.
Nagi, sending you and Dozer lots of love and hugs
Oh Nagi, Dogs are a HUGE part of who we are and OUR LIVES! Thank you for sharing all the incredible stories with him! Saying goodbye isn’t easy, it’s just love ❤️ ❤️❤️❤️
Words don’t work at times like this. One thing we all know – you could not have possibly given Dozer any better of a life. For that, he’s eternally grateful 🩷
We are supportive of every decision relating to king dozer! Go forth and shower him with all the love and light that makes life with a dog worth living. Sending love, all the balls and chicken bits xx
Nagi, most of us will have been in your situation…for me it’s been a few times with my beloved cats Tinka, Krueger, Hobbs and Gigi over many years. You’ll know when the time is right to say goodbye, please don’t let him linger. Dozer has lived his best life with you. Your life is on hold as you spend this quality time with Dozer. Sending you both love and prayers💟❤️😻 from Lynn and my current furry felines Lulu and Tiffany xx
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