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. ❤️
Came on to look up a favorite recipe and saw the latest news on Dozer. He’s in my prayers, as are you. Find peace in the life you have had together ❤️.
Same…looking up my favorite roasted chicken recipe and saw this news!! My thoughts and prayers are with Nagi and Dozer during this time. Nagi, you’ve given him such an amazing life full of love, treats, and adventures! 🫶🏻
Thank you for always inviting us in
And for sharing it all with us, including this painful event.
My heart breaks for you Nagi. Loosing a much loved Pet is loosing a member of your Family. It’s the hardest thing. So very sorry 😞. Big hugs to you both xxx
We’ve all come to love Dozer. He has been a wonderful companion and has had such a good life showered in your love. My heart goes out to you both.
My heart is breaking for you. I have been following you and Dozer for many years. Sending love and support.
Just came on the site to follow a recipe 😢 so sorry, just remember that he’s had THE best life and is very loved, lots of memories forever ❤️
So sorry to hear about Dozer, such a lovely boy, thinking of you both xx
Dozer has brought us all so much joy. The circle of life is full of twists and turns. You both are so blessed to have each other. Please don’t worry about us. You both are in my prayers and please give him a hug for me.
Sending you so much love from Canada. Thank you Nagi for sharing Dozer with us.
May Dozer’s journey be peaceful ❤️
Dear Nagi, so sad to heat Dozer is so dangerously ill.
My love and prayers to you both.
David Sumner UK
So sorry to hear that Dozer is so unwell. Apart from enjoying your lovely recipes, it was always good to keep up with Dozer. Lots of love and prayers for you both at this difficult time. David Sumner, UK
Life without a furry friend is so empty. I have just lost my dearest furry friend and now my life is so empty!
I am so lost without her! So I just keep talking to her as though she is still beside me, taking care of me. She did take care of me, making sure that I would be in bed at the right time. She would station herself in front of the refrigerator until I would get my lunch ready, and at the same time get something for her. Now my life is so empty, darn it, I am crying and I miss her so much!
When I stop crying I may write again, when I stop crying…
So sorry to read about Dozer. He looks like such a lovely boy. Hold onto all your memories X
Hugs to all. God Bless
I’m so sorry to hear about Dozer. I have to tell you that when I first found your site I went right to the Dozer part to read about the great times he was having with you. That was the reason I kept coming back to read more about him and I skipped your recipes…thoughts and prayers are with both of you. He’s a LUCKY DOG. God Bless
Big hugs to you both xx
I’m so sorry, he had a wonderful life by her side
OHHH Dozer. I am honestly a cat person but there is something about Dozer that warms all of our hearts. Most definitely enjoyed seeing his stories and pictures. Sending hug for you both!
I’ve fallen in love with Dozer through your website and the posts over the years. I wish both of you well and keeping my fingers crossed that he can get better, but like all good things in life this has to end and hopefully without Dozer suffering. Quietly slipping over to the other side.🙏🙏
My prayers and thoughts of happy Dozer days are with you. It is never easy.
Blessings to you and Dozer..we love you both and memories live on in your heart forever 💕…