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
Update: I am brokenhearted to share that he didn’t make it. See the Dozer Tribute post here.
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, just saw the news, sending deep condolences. I know it doesn’t make it easier, but what a gift it was from you to have known him and him to have known you for so long.
I have just heard the very sad news and just want you to know that I care and feel for you. I have two elderly dogs, one is pretty much blind and the other I’m fairly sure is losing her hearing. Every day is a blessing. Feel the love from all over the world for you Nagi. I’m so sorry for your loss. Xoxo
Sending my condolences from Canada.
We are all grieving with you, and holding you close. Thank you for sharing Dozer with us.
It’s a COLD, gloomy, blustery day uncharacteristic for Oahu… it’s as if we’re meant to feel your indescribable loss. I hurt because you hurt!
Sending my Love & Prayers.
Kära ni;
Vilket underbart team ni är och sådan underbar kärlek ni förmedlar till oss, alla som följer er. TACK för allt, kära Dozer och tack, Nagi, för att du delar det bästa du har av allt.
Tänker på er och ger er villkorslös kärlek och omtanke!
Sov gott, älskade Dozer, du är värd en fin vila.
Nagi, I am so very sorry for your loss. I have been an avid fan of your blog, your wonderful recipes, and your beautiful Dozer for years. Thank you so much for giving him a wonderful, loving home, and sharing his joy and sweetness with all of us. My heart is with you. I wish there were more I could say, but words are grossly inadequate at a time like this. ❤️
Have loved following Dozer and his adventures with his favourite human. He was a beautiful dog. I can only imagine your sadness – platitudes aside – remember that he lived his best life with you.
I am SO VERY SORRY, Nagi. Having been through this several times it never gets easier. I try consolation with happy memories and that must suffice. Bless you and Dozer…..I know you gave him a great life and he certainly loved you in return.
Thinking of you today. Been there with my Lab Lucy and that was 10yrs ago but I cant bring myself to ever go thru this loss again. Best friends for life and beyond 💓. They truly are the most loving walking stomachs on the planet
Oh Nagi
My heart is breaking. I am so so sorry to hear this news. May you feel the love of Dozer until you meet again. Sending hugs to you.
Nagi, we are so very sorry for your loss of Dozer💔🐾 He was a most wonderful dog and loving and faithful companion. We will miss his antics and extend our sincere sympathy to you.
Take care, and cry all you want…
Someone gave this to me when I needed it. I would like to pass it on. Sending healing thoughts your way.
Weep not for me though I am gone into that gentle night. Grieve if you will, but not for long upon my soul’s sweet flight. I am at peace, my soul’s at rest There is no need for tears. For with your love I was so blessed. For all those many years. There is no pain, I suffer not, The fear now all is gone. Put now these things out of your thoughts, In your memory I live on. Remember not my fight for breath Remember not the strife. Please do not dwell upon my death, But celebrate my life.
Dear Nagi,
May you final days with Dozer be blessed with renewed joy and gratitude:). What an amazing career he had with you and RecipeTinEats as your most revered taster and colleague! Dozer is family to all of us:)
Sending you love from someone who understands. If I could do one thing with our loyal dogs I would give them the gift to live longer. I will ask my friends on the other side of the rainbow bridge (Trooper and Lieu) to welcome him..
So sorry and sad for you that you’ve lost your beloved Dozer. Nothing can compare to the unconditional love and joy that our animal companions give us. Thank you for sharing Dozer with us, your fans from around the world. Heartbroken as you are now, try to take comfort in the happy life you provided for Dozer and the happiness his presence in your life gave you.💔💕💕
Nagi, I just found out and I burst into tears. I’m so sorry for your loss. He lived a great life with you. You treated him like a king. Sending love and hugs your way. -xoxo
Hi Nagi, I’m so sorry to hear about Dozer, your beautiful fur baby. I know exactly how you feel as I lot my beautiful fur baby a GSP called Maisie to cancer last year at the amazing age of 15 after 3 years of chemo and many thankful days of precious extra time spent with a family who loved her to the moon and back. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Enjoy every precious moment with your best friend and constant companion💔
Dearest Nagi,
I understand this feeling after losing my soul dog in November. Thank you for sharing Dozer with the world. He is loved by so many. I wish you peace, comfort and strength and give sweet Dozer the best hugs, ear and neck scratchies and love on him so hard for however many days/weeks/months he is with you. Sending my love and prayers to you and Dozer.
I am so sorry to hear about Dozer. I have uncontrollable tears running down my face. He was such a beautiful and joyful soul, he will be missed and always remembered. Xx
So sorry to hear about your beloved friend Dozer. No words can heal the pain that you feel. Just remember how much he loved you and how much love you both shared. You were also his world, and he will be forever grateful for having you as his companion for life. Thinking of you sending you the biggest of hugs and love from Scotland ❤️