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
It took me a whole day to open your post after the I saw the notification. Dozer has is so much an extension of you that it will be hard to look at your new recipe posts without the life of Dozer at the bottom of the page. He has touched lives all over the world. I’m from South Africa. Love and strength to you. Lots and lots of kisses to Dozer.
My heart and soul are crying for you and Dozer. Although I’ve never met him or you, you both have become close to me. I so want him to get better miraculously. You both will be in my prayers! I am so glad that you’re taking time off to be with him!!! Please give him hugs and kisses for me!!! 🙁
My thoughts and heart are with u both
My heart goes out to you and Dozer. There is nothing that compares to the love shared with our dog family. Sending hugs to you both xx
My heart aches for you. Thinking of you and Dozer. It’s such a privilege to experience pure unconditional love such as yours and Dozer’s.
Thankyou for sharing Dozer with us over these years, he has brought so much joy to so many people. The sadness you must be feeling now must be overwhelming so take all the time you need and your loyal followers will be here where you’re ready to return. Take care Nagi
Saddest day ever is walking into the emergency Vet with your best pal, and then leaving with just a collar and leash. It never gets easier, and yet I won’t ever give up having a canine pal.
My prayers to you as you are saying goodbye to your dear friend. It is heartbreaking
I am so sad for you and your beautiful dog. Been there many times…it just never gets any easier. My thoughts are with you.
My heart goes out to you and beautiful Dozer. Yesterday my son lost his dog to old age. It is the best life Dozer has with you. Sending love and hugs your way.
Nagi,
Your devotion to Dozer through the years have brought so much joy to us all. Sending, love, strength and prayers.
My heart breaks for you.
Thank you for sharing your precious memories of Dozer over the years. He is truly blessed to have such a loving mommy. May God surround you with His comfort and peace as you walk alongside Dozer during his final days.
I am so very sorry to hear that Dozer is in his final chapter. What a beautiful boy who has given all of us laughs and a happy smile when reading of his adventures. Hugs to all of you!
Dear Nagi,
I am a newcomer to your wonderful posts and I love your stories/ updates on Dozer. I empathize with you knowing personally what you are going through right now.
I send you both much love from wintry, Mississauga, Canada.
I’m a cat person, but have always been so envious of the wonderful Dozer stories you have shared over so many years. I especially loved the Dozer swimming stories and pictures, and the pictures of him looking at all the tempting food around him, and his place by your side as you launched your first cookbook (and how he stole the show!) and the outfits he so patiently let you put on him, and, and, and – so many wonderful memories of the place he has held in your life and in your heart.
Forget about US…take care of YOU during this very heart-wrenching time.
Hi Nagi, my heart is breaking for you. Dozer and you are in my thoughts and prayers. You gave him an incredibly wonderful life and in return he gave you incredible love. Spend every minute you can with him. God bless you both.
I just came across this post about Dozer I’m so sorry to hear he’s not well this must be heartbreaking for you Naghi. God bless you Dozer you have touched the lives of so many, our thoughts and prayers are with you both 🙏🙌
Nagi, my heart goes out to you and Dozer at this extremely hard time. Lots of prayers for you both and a big HUG for you and Dozer from Kentucky USA.
WE LOVE YOU DOZER … if it’s time, you go. You’ll be surely missed xxxx
heartbroken to hear of Dozer’s condition and feel for your heartbreak. Thanks for sharing all his wonderful and joyful memories. May you still have wonderful moments together.