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. ❤️
Very sorry to hear about Dozer. I’m crying with you. Love and hugs.
My heart breaks! Dozer is more than a fur baby but FAMILY the heart of your home! Thank you for sharing him with us! Prayers of healing, comfort and strength. Sending you big hugs and love from my family of 2-babies Bailey & Baxter, the hearts of my home. ❤️🙏🏼❤️
Dear Nagi I send much love and hugs to help sustain you during this traumatic time. Dozer knows how much he is adored by you and those around you both. Try to take comfort from the endless joy he has brought to your life and others. Thinking of you lovely lady xxx ❤️
I am so sorry to hear that Dozer is not well. Our hearts go out to you both. Big heartfelt hugs from us all. Xxxxxxxxx
Dear Nagi,
Loving and being loved by a devoted dog is one of life’s greatest pleasures. In my 84 years, I’ve said goodbye to 7 treasured pets. iIt’s wrenching every time, but our lives would be immeasurably poorer if we’d never had those years together. Sending so much love to you and Dozer now.💕🤗
It is the hardest thing to except when our fur babies fall ill or their time with us comes to an end. I so believe our babies are always by our side…and you can feel their live and presence always. LOVE and HUGE hugs being sent.
So sorry about Dozer. I look forward to your e-mails and will miss the anecdotes. and posts about him. He will always be in your heart. Thanks you for sharing with us.
Dear Nagi, so sorry to hear about your sweet Dozer. Big hugs to you both ❤️.
Oh Nagi. 😢
I’d wondered if this was the reason for the lack of your jaunty emails and the always must-check-first Life of Dozer. I even went so far as to look to see if I had missed something.
Yes, it is what every pet parent knows. Yet even that isn’t sufficient to dissuade us from bringing another into our homes and hearts, but only when we’re ready of course.
While every four-legged family member leaves footprints on our heart, those of us who found our lives less fulfilled if we don’t have another will continue to do it despite knowing… 💔
The arms of your incredible community are wrapped around you in a warm hug as you take the last walk with Dozer.
I’ve seen this quote numerous times and I’m sending it to you as a wee bit of balm for your broken heart:
When tomorrow starts without me,
don’t think we’re far apart,
for every time you think of me,
I’m right here in your heart.
One final comment:
Remember to look after yourself. Dozer is in good hands and needs you to be with him but he knows you can’t give him all the love and hugs he needs if you’re not at your best. (Best. Best?!? What on earth is that crazy woman saying? Best is something I’ll not see for a long while as I try to heal my broken heart and contemplate a world without my best buddy at my side.)
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Prayers and hugs. I can hardly breathe, knowing your state of mind. Much love to you and to that furry boy.
Nagi, you’re both in my heart as you go the last mile together. The loss will be huge, but I know that there are a million people holding you both as well, and saying farewell to a favourite friend.
Very sorry to hear that Dozer is very unwell, but thankful he has you with him. Hoping he recovers soon.
I’m so sorry for you and Dozier. He and you both bring bright spots to my day. It is always so hard when this happens to our fur babies. Lots of love and prayers coming your way. ❤️
I am sitting here crying for you ,I know the pain all too well and I know how hard the coming time will be.There will be happy times again.We never get over a death,we just used to it x
He is with you, you are home and all the love in the world to him. He will wait for you on the other side.
I’m so sorry to hear about Dozer. I hope he gets good enough to get back home and be with you and in familiar surroundings. Thank you for sharing him with us for so many years, it has been an honor.
My heart is beginning to break. Sending you love and courage. You know how much Dozer means to so many all over the world.
So many of us are with you now – heartbreaking
Dozer & Nagi, I’m shedding some tears myself for you both. Lots of love 💕 that you both have for each other is beautiful. Stay strong. Xoxo Patti (from Canada)
Wishing you all the best with Dozer’s journey. I lost my boy way too young almost 1 year ago. You are wonderful to stay with him in ICU ❤️
I cannot say anything else but to pray for more time, quality time for you and Dozer. I know it’s part of life but a part that no one wants to experience. He’s the most adorable thing and I can relate how you are feeling right now. They’re our joy and although is a lot of work and worries having them, we can’t imagine us without them 🙏🏻