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. ❤️
He’s been our loyal mascot for many years. Love by all, will be mourned by all.
Thank you for all the smiles your posts about the life of Dozer have brought me over the years. I am sharing in your heartbreak right now but will remember him always with love and gratitude for the happiness he has brought me and so many others.
Lovingly,
Shelagh
So sorry about Dozer. Know that when he crosses the Rainbow Bridge, he will no longer be in pain and happy.
I am crying buckets. I have “known” Dozer for most of his life. What a guy he is. I am sooooo sorry, what else can I say. Stay brave stay strong …love Maggie, xx
Prayers for you and Dozer. I lost my sweet girl in recent months, so my heart goes out to you. Sending love to you both.
Big love to you both xx
I’m bawling my eyes out right now. And sending you both my love.
Best wishes – always tough to lose someone close, but remember the best of times rather than dwelling on the sadness of the end
Nagi, I’m so desperately sorry to read about Dozer. I’m an old lady and have been in the same position you’re in myself. It never gets any easier. Give Dozer a gentle but big hug from me, tell him that so many people love him, we also love you!
Prayers for peace and grace. I know he knows he’s loved.
I’m so sorry to hear about Dozer, I definitely know how that feels. They become such a great part of your life, bring so much joy to you!! My thoughts and prayers go out to you and Dozer, he knows you love him!!
He will never leave your thoughts and heart. That you are there with him is all he wants. All your fans care.
So terribly sad about Dozer. We all know it will happen but it doesn’t ever become easier.
❤️❤️❤️
My heart is with you and Dozer. I lost my soulmate at 14 years old. It was still too soon. Hope you still have some time with Dozer!
I always dread reading what comes next after a headline, like yours, and always not wanting to know the inevitable. I teared up so much that I couldn’t continue. I am so sorry for the pain you’re feeling. Always looked at pictures of Dozer as well as your recipes and videos. Please let us know of his progress. Prayers to you.
Tears are flowing for your loss. Never easy to lose any loved one and Dozer has been at your side, and your table, for a long time.
My heart goes out to you
I truly understand how you feel. Are pets are everything to us, life would not be the same without our loving companions
Parting is hard, but I hope to be greeted someday by a possessive of friends.
So sorry that Dozer is doing badly. I’ve had several goldens over the years and sadly they tend to die before you’re ready. Just keep loving him. All his fans are wishing him well.
I have loved wtching yu and Dozer over the years and as I read the title on this post I began to cry. I am praying for you both, and I hope he does get to come home and do the things he loves. mSending you love nd prayers.