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
My heart to yours Nagi…I witness you! Thank you for sharing Dozer with us. So much love to you and your Angel <3
Dozer was a legend. His antics brought me so much joy over the years, and the special love that you two had for each other was utterly heartwarming. I am so sorry for your loss, Nagi, and I wish you peace and solace as you navigate your grief.
My heart aches for you, Nagi.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
On a lighter note….
I have to admit that most of the time I went straight for Dozer’s page : )~
Then onto the recipe’s.
I will miss him.
Hugs for you.
SUCH BEAUTIFUL WORDS and thoughts to share. Know that many are mourning your loss and sending hugs. Dozer is irreplaceable. I know you will feel overwhelming sadness forever, but your will find a way to live your way around it. I made your brisket on the weekend and sobbed too for your beautiful boy. Hugs xxx
I just have to leave a note for Nagi. Just remember your lovely Dozer I am still crying after reading this. You will never forget him lovely girl.
Kind Regards Sandy Jackson
Dear Nagi
Don’t worry about the words you forgot to say to Dozer. He read your heart and soul which contain more than words could ever describe.
My heart breaks for you…your love for one another was so clear and beautiful. 🙏
Hi Nagi, I’m so deeply sorry for your loss. I always scroll all the way down to see his picture! They’re angels sent by God and one day, maybe we will be their Angel. May his beautiful soul rest in peace. Sending you lots of hugs. Will always remember Dozer!
Nagi, Thank you so much for sharing Dozer with us. I am so sorry for your loss. Sending you lots of love, support and prayers. Take care of yourself. We are here with you.
Rest in peace Dear Dozer.
I will miss your beautiful friendly happy face each week.
Condolences Nagi.
💔❤️🩹❤️It will be hard but peace will come
“I loved you your whole life and I’ll miss you the rest of mine.”
“You will always be my favourite hello and hardest goodbye.”
— Cecelia Ahren
I’m soo soo sorry. I know exactly how u feel my heart breaks for you
Many hugs
My condolences. Always so hard to say goodbye as they are a part of your family
So sorry for your loss, Nagi.
Rest in peace,Dozer
I am so very sorry for the loss of the amazing and beautiful Dozer. I understand what you are feeling and that you didn’t say the things that you wanted to say to him on his last day. I feel exactly the same way as there is so much that I wished I had said when my gorgeous little Della left me. I love your idea of writing a letter for Dozer, I think that it is a very important thing to do to tell him what you are feeling. I have loved seeing him over the years at the end of your recipes, he was very sweet and adorable. I loved how he was always there hoping for some food to come his way . I will miss him so very much. My condolences and thoughts are with you at this difficult time, take care and remember all the wonderful memories of Dozer. 💔😰🐾🌈❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Nagi, my most sincere and heartfelt condolences. You and Dozer are so loved around the world. Here’s sending you caring thoughts and aloha from Hawaii. Dozer will remain in our hearts and be warmly remembered. You were both so blessed to have each other. Loving memories never die.
Dozer will remain in our hearts forever!
I feel so deeply sorry that you lost Dozer. Thank you for sharing moments of his life with us. I know it brightened many of my days. Take care.
Feeling your loss. Retrievers are special dogs, such beautiful natures.
Hope you can recover with all the love sent your way.