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. ❤️
Dear Nagi,
I am so so sorry to hear about Dozer. Thank you for sharing him with us all these years. Even in my heaviest moment he had made me smile :). I will always look at your cookbooks and remember our favorite taste-tester.
Here are a few words from Dr. Suess that have helped me when my beloved cat Nova passed-
“Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened”.
Take care.
I’m so sorry Nagi that your beloved boy has passed. He was a beautiful soul and you could see how much you loved each other. He”ll always live in your heart. Thinking of you and sending love xx
I have just read Dozer has lost his battle. You will be totally devastated. Sending lots of love your way. A beautiful boy who will never be forgotten. There he is front and central in your beautiful cookbooks so all your fans, like me, will be seeing him and remembering your special boy. Xx
So sorry for your loss Nagi.
Cherish the nearly 14 years you had with your Dozer. He’ll live forever in your heart, and in all of our hearts too.
Such a good boy, now free to swim at all of the beaches, and eat all of the foods, over the rainbow bridge.
He was lucky to have such a good Mum. Take care, and hope it feels a bit easier soon x
I feel so sad about your loss😢 Dozer’s love will remain forever n your heart and life forever!
Dear Nagi and Family, I am so sorry for the passing of beautiful Dozer, this is one of the hardest times for a anyone to lose a beloved pet. He will be missed by all but we can always revisit his adventures on your blog. I will be giving my Cavoodle an extra hug tonight. Love from our family to yours and may Dozer play and sleep well in heaven
Heartbroken for your loss Nagi. What a beautiful, brave boy. Thank you for sharing your lives with us…he brought so much joy, love & laughter to so many. We will miss him. Take care.
Sending you all my love from Maine ❤️💜❤️💜
My Dearest Nagi,
My heart breaks for you at this sad time. Having had 10 fur babies during my long life in Australia and having said Good Bye to eight who lived their full lives. Take comfort in your wonderful memories they will get you through the saddest days. Thank you for sharing your beautiful boy with us. So many of us cry with you. Much love and biggest hugs. Dozer enjoy the Rainbow Bridge free from pain and running free.
My Dearest Nagi,
My heart breaks for you at this sad time. Having had 10 fur babies during my long life in Australia and having said Good Bye to eight who lived their full lives. Take comfort in your wonderful memories they will get you through the saddest days. Thank you for sharing your beautiful boy with us. So many of us cry with you. Much love and biggest hugs. Dozer enjoy the Rainbow Bridge free from pain and running free.
My Dearest Nagi,
My heart breaks for you at this sad time. Having had 10 fur babies during my long life in Australia and having said Good Bye to eight who lived their full lives. Take comfort in your wonderful memories they will get you through the saddest days. Thank you for sharing your beautiful boy with us. So many of us cry with you. Much love and biggest hugs. Dozer enjoy the Rainbow Bridge. .
L
So, so sorry for your loss. ❤️❤️
Sending healing hugs to you, Nagi, and love for Dozer, who is no doubt looking down on you with open eyes and heart. As a dog mum, I feel your pain, its indescribable! I am so, so sorry.
Such a beautiful boy and such a hard time for you.
They give us so much in the short time they are with us.
Hold onto the wonderful memories💙🐶
Sincere condolences. It’s heartbreaking to lose such a loved companion.
My condolences. You will remember him for many more years, his personality, the mischief, his love.
He is family, a love one to you!
The grief will be there for a long while, I have no suggestion to recover from a lost.
Kind regards.
Bart.
Dear Nagi, I have loved being part of your and Dozer’s lives. I, too, will miss him. I hope it isn’t too long before your pain ends and you can enjoy the memories you have of your wonderful Dozer. xx
I am so sorry to hear about your baby boy. They are never here long enough no matter how long they live. Take some time to grieve Dozer, we’ll be here when you come back no matter how long it takes.
Love and hugs to you Nagi. So sorry for the loss of your dear Dozer xxx