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, 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
My favourite go-to recipe books and recipes
Sending Dozer and you extra love and hugs, Nagi. It is so hard to see our 4 legged family members like this. We love seeing everything you post with him! Always brings a smile to my face. You are reminding me of the last few days I had with Moody and it was so hard. Enjoy every moment you have with your pup. Give him an extra scratch behind the ears for Radar and I. Much love, Rachel and Radar
Nagi, Dozer, you are adored worldwide. Your fights, strength, resilience are always with us. Please see us as the ines who have you in our prayers, ones who would be with you if possible.
All the best wishes and love!
Thanks for sharing your beautiful boy with us. Sending my love to you both, and wishing Dozer a safe journey home to that big beautiful Dog Park in the sky
Dear Nagi, you feel like family as I have been following you for so long. My heart goes out to both you and our lovely guy, Dozer. He has had the best life with you and you have enjoyed everything minute of your time together. It doesn’t get any better than that. Heartfelt thoughts for you both!
You both are in our prayers and hope a miracle occurs🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for sharing him with us
It’s so sad when you lose a loved dog like Dozer.
My 14 yo Goldie, Sam, passed 2 years ago, all because of a paralysis tick; he had his spleen removed 8 months before but had never regained his strength after that.
I had the horrible decision to make, and I let him go as it was the kindest thing that I could do. The vet agreed, she said he may not survive the treatment anyway.
Lucky for me, I still have his nephew Leo whi turns 11 in April. He is a very strong boy, just like his uncle.
I know exactly how you feel.
The best cure is to get another one of these magnificent dogs, as far as they are concerned, they are a furry 4 legged human.
sending much love to you and Dozer a very hard time I had my Ralphie boy for 16 years stay strong x
My heart breaks for you. You’ve not only given him his best and most loving life. But you shared him with all of us. Hugs, hugs and more hugs❤️
My heart is breaking for you, The love your dog gives and the love you give him is forever in both your hearts.
sending love X
Lots of love ❤️
My handsome lad of 6yrs has multiple problems already, like so many others allergies being the most time consuming. I have now found the ideal treatment & stick to it religiously, his friend ( tongue in cheek)”Jax” the cat keeps him company,but went out on a limb and we took into our hearts a little girl who soaking wet is 5 kgs “Able” my remarkable lad is 50 kgs. These 2 play hard with “Chewie” pocket rocket usually coming out on top.
This is my family & over many years have had to go through what you are doing for Dozer but I believe they are fully aware of the gift you are helping them to finish this life with you until they know you are coping and they move on. Yes we all have our own beliefs that helps us through this emotional train wreck.
From our family to all those others that have loved, are loved and will be loved don’t let them pass in vain. Show that smile that was theirs.
I have loved watching you & Dozer over the last. Hooke of years. God bless you both on this journey of love.
The relationship you have with Dozer is beautiful – you have made people’s lives more thoughtful and loving. The Dozer photos in your recipe books bring the recipes to life. I didn’t need more recipe books and you have generously shared so many recipes on line but when I saw Dozer of course I had to have those books. Thinking of you and thank you for the gift of Dozer in our lives as well
Such a beautiful companion he has been. So sad to see his life ebbing away. Thinking of you.
Nagi, sending you and Dozer love and hugs 🦮🐾
Sorry to hear about your loyal friend. Those are hard times for sure. Dogs are just so amazing and so tolerant of all our flaws…I sincerely hope for some more precious time with Dozer but rest assured that you seem to have provided him with a great doggy life. All the best, Sophie
Wishing you and Dozer the best quality time together.
Dear Nagi, I am so sorry for the heartache you are feeling now. You have been a fantastic mom to Dozer, and I know how much he loves you in return.
Take care, L