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. ❤️
I have no words. My heart aches for you. ❤️
You are both in my thoughts and prayers. Take care. 🙏❤️
No words can describe the pain and utter desolation experienced when losing a much loved pet. I am so sorry you are now facing this.
I hope your wish for some quality time at home with Dozer comes true. It is so hard to say goodbye.
With much love to you both.
Sending love and comfort to you and Dozer.
My heart goes out to you it takes me back when my lovely “DUKE” passed away – he was a huge 150 lbs and used to stand on his hind legs and woof – people would ask me if he was half bear lol….much love and tears ~ Dianne xox
I am so sad to hear about Dozer. I know your heart breaks, and yes many tears are shed when we lose our pets, that we give so much love to. You have wonderful photos of so many things that Dozer was a part of. Many happy memories of your wonderful Dozer.
Hoping for your best outcome! Sending hugs and much love to you and Dozer!!!
My heart is with you and your beloved Dozer
So lovely you are able to reflect on all the good times. Dozer is such a big part of recipetineats and all you have achieved. He is a true star. Just love him to the end and beyond 💗🐾
Oh Nagi! Love Dozer. He deserves all the cuddles you can give him. 13 years is amazing for a retriever. Xxxx
My heart is breaking. Nagi I’m so very sorry. I hope Dozer does get to come home to you to play at beach. Take care of yourself xx
Dear Nagi I’m so sorry to hear about your precious Dozer. Cherish every moment with him as you’ve always done and just as you bring us so much joy sharing your amazing recipes, so does Dozer bring us so much joy sharing his “Dozerness”!
Thank you both for all of the happiness & thank you to Goh & JB and everyone who keeps RTE & RTM going! Thinking of you and sending all the love and hugs and smoochies, ❤️🐾
I feel so sorry and upset about Dozer! I’m obsessed with Golden Retrievers and I hope he is better soon!
Dear Nagi, the love between you and Dozer is very real and it’s hard to say goodbye. My heart goes out to you 💞 take all the time you need.
I am so sorry for your loss – Im not a frequent visitor to your website but I know how much you love Dozer. I also lost a beautiful dog, Sydney- she came from Australia- so I feel your sorrow. I Love your website and will continue to ‘drop in’ on Tin-eats. Sending you love from florida USA.
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I feel your pain totally having experienced it several times,
It’s devastating to have our loved ones sick.
I pray for Dozer and yourself. 🙏
Old man here, I’ve been following for years.
Hugs and more hugs.
Lots of love and thoughts to you and beautiful Dozer.
It has been two years since I lost my beautiful retriever, and I still walk out the back door thinking to see a Downward Dog pose from her.
What a beautiful, heartbreaking and profound post on the final chapter of your beloved Dozer. Still caught in my own grief at the sudden loss of my dear fur baby Sprout towards the end of 2023,..thank you for writing this so openly and eloquently under such duress. Sending much love and strength to you and Dozer.
I am truly saddened by this news. I pray you find comfort and I’m sure Dozer is extremely grateful for the amazing life you have given him. Thinking of you at this difficult time.