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. ❤️
We love Dozer! He has been so blessed to have you, and we are so lucky to have him to warm our hearts <3
My heart is breaking for you. It is always so very sad to lose your precious fur family member but I’m sure that Dozer is aware of everything you have done for him and he will go across the rainbow bridge with all your love. ❤️
Nagi, I’ve followed you and Dozer’s journey for years, and my heart breaks for you. I hope that Dozer is able to spend his final moments with the people he loves and doing what he loves best. Sending love <3
So sorry to hear about Dozer. It is the hardest thing to lose a beloved pet. Thinking of you.
Sweet Dozer♥️🐾
As much as I love your recipes, I have always checked the Life of Dozer first. My love to you both!
My heart breaks. Hold him. Just hold him. He will always be with you. Much Love.
Nagi, thank you for sharing Dozer with us. He has had the best life with you and will be in yours and my heart forever . Sending you love and strength xx
I’m so sorry!!!. I lost my Louie of 14 years right before Thanksgiving. I am still heartbroken.
Oh, Nagi, my heart breaks for you. I wish you and Dozer the best xo
Rest assured, my 2 darling Labradors, Bella and Haigh, and my 2 beautiful Frenchies, Bexley and Theo will all be waiting at Rainbow bridge to make friends and take the best care of Dozer. Sending so much love to you at this difficult time 🥰
Hi Nagi
I have just read about your darling Dozer.
I went through a similar situation 3 years ago.
My heart goes out to you.
Glad you have so much support around you, trust me you will need it.🤗♥️
Cry as much as you want and more, I still cry.
Take care of yourself and lean on your family and friends.
Sending you all my love 😘💕
Leanne
Dear Nagi and Dozer, sending you lots and lots of love and hugs. Dozer, you always make me smile so I’m sending you a bigger hug! xxx
Hug tight and don’t let go until he tells you it’s time.❤️to you both
Hi Nagi, I’m 12,000 miles away but I feel that I know you and Dozer from your great website. I look for his escapades before the recipes! Not an easy time but he is surrounded by people that love him and things he loves.
💜💛❤️🐾
I hope you have many many more months with Dozer. There are no words to describe the depth and complexity of a relationship with such a precious animal. (with tears in my eyes) I so feel your pain. My precious dog and soulmate, Cody, passed away in 2022. I miss him every single day. My heart is with you both. ♥️🐾
I feel for you, enjoy the precious moments you have left
Dearest Nagi, your Dozer will leave you with your heart so full of beautiful memories, so in the future you will begin to remember this gorgeous dog with smiles in place of tears and a breaking heart. I am writing with tears in my eyes, as I too know how a very empty heart feels, With Love Marie. 🩷
So sorry to read about Dozer, you guys are definitely a great team and one of the reasons that drew me to your cooking. Hubby and I both love dozer and of course your cooking. Sending big healing hugs and well wishes.
God bless Dozer.