I held his paw and slept by his side for 14 days in hospital. But it turned out, all the love in the world wasn’t enough to save him. Thus begins the final post on Life of Dozer.
My dearest Dozer,
You came into my life in my arms, holding you protectively. And after almost 14 years together, I held you in my arms protectively again as I said goodbye.
I was sobbing so hard, I forgot everything I wanted to say to you in our final moments together.
So I started writing this letter to you, to say all those things.
I wanted to reminisce about our wonderful times – the thousands of visits to the dog beach, all the wonderful food we sampled together, the cuddles, the neck-scratching-sessions, our road trips.
I wanted to thank you for spreading the joy that is you with readers all around the world, for happily coming along with me to meet readers at events, book signings, fund raisers, lunches, dinners, not to mention TV shows, photo shoots, and my gosh, we can’t forget our stint on Play School!
But as I sit here, typing away with tears streaming down my face, I realise that’s not what I want to say to you.
What I want to say is thank you.
Thank you for giving me your whole heart.
Thank you for giving me your unconditional loyalty.
Thank you for loving me just as I am, for all my flaws, for never caring what I weigh, what I wear, what I look like.
Thank you for always being there, my one constant through the good and bad times.
Thank you for making me smile, even on the hardest of days.
And thank you for trying so hard to stay with me as long as you could, fighting to heal until your very last day. I will never forget how deep you had to dig to find the strength for your rehab walk on our final morning together.
I know that one day, I will be able to look at photos of you again without sobbing. And I know all this pain I am feeling is because I loved you so fiercely and completely, and I wouldn’t trade it for a second I got to spend with you.
But right now, four days after saying goodbye, it feels like the heartbreak will never heal, like I will never smile again.
Rest in peace, my darling Dozer. I will never forget you, and I will never stop loving you.
Love,
Your mum xoxo
Thank you SASH
To the vets and nurses at the Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH),
Thank you for the extraordinary care, skill, and kindness you showed Dozer. Every moment, from the medical expertise to the gentle reassurance and cheering him on, meant more to me than I can say. Knowing he was in such capable, compassionate hands gave me comfort during the hardest days. I will always be deeply grateful for everything you did for my beautiful boy. – Nagi x
I’m so so sorry Nagi. 💔
You have Dozers paw prints on your heart,your wonderful memories of the big goofball are yours forever.🥰😍😘
So sorry for your heartbreaking loss, Nagi.
May Dozer’s dear soul rest in peace and may you find comfort in time in all your beautiful memories.
Nagi – deepest condolences to you. Time will heal how you are feeling but please remember the happy times that Dozer brought you. He would want that ❤️ you’re lucky to have had the special bond with your best friend – some people never get that. Love to you xo
So very sorry for your loss Nagi .
He looked like an amazing companion – best dog ever and My heart goes out to you at this moment in time .
Know that he thoughts and prayers of all your ardent fans a with you in your time of loss .
Take care .
My heart is breaking for you Nagi. I know the loss is too painful at the moment but in time the joys are so much greater.
Dear Nagi, any words seem too trivial to sooth the sadness you are feeling.
Everyone who has been with you on your journey is feeling your loss. My heart aches for you too. RIP dear dear Dozer.
So sorry sending hugs xxxx
Sending love & light. 💖✨🐾
No words for such a loss, our fur babies fill our worlds x
Feel your pain Nagi – lost my baby a few months ago. The coat she wore on our 1st & last day together is under my pillow every night. Find something special of Dozers & keep it close. My mum always said that love doesn’t end @ the grave. It lives on in the hearts & memories of those who loved them” – & BOY was Dozer loved by many!! 💋
Oh Nagi, my heart is breaking for you right now. Thank you for sharing your beautiful, lovable Dozer with us.
Nagi, Dozer is having the best time in dog heaven, catching up with Boson, reminiscing about old times on dog beach! ❤️Boson has been waiting for him!! xx
I shed tears for you today Nagi. Animal love is the most pure. Thank you for sharing him with us. You gave him a phenomenal life and he has left an amazing legacy – in our hearts and your recipes. 💕❤️🩹
So sorry for your loss Nagi…..beautiful Dozer…….
So very very sorry. Sitting here with tears running down my face. I loved to hear about his antics, beautiful soul.
Dear Nagi, I am so very sorry 😞 RIP Dozer
Nagi, I’m so heartbroken for you and the loss of dear Dozer. I hope that knowing how deeply we all are affected will help you in any small way to ease your pain. I think that perhaps we all shared in his life through you. Look for him in the clouds, I’m sure you’ll find him there running free.
RIP beautiful boy. Heartfelt sympathy to you Nagi. Trish
p.s. I hope that in time that you’ll be able to talk to us about him in your posts.
Feeling your pain,,,,,
It’s like losing a family member..
Love is pouring out for you Australia wide…
Dear Nagi ~
Grief is the price we pay for love.
He will always be with you. Sending love x
So so sad. It reminds me of when my beautiful girl left me, the most heart wrenching pain watching them slowly leave whilst you pray and beg for them to heal and be well. Dozer will be missed so much, it just won’t be the same reading your posts without him being a big part of them. You will heal Nagi, as you said you will always remember the time you had with him, positive happy times that brought you so much love and joy all through his long life. Take care Nagi, you’re in our thoughts, with love.