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. ❤️
Prayers for Dozer & you. He has been greatly loved by many, and a lot of us who have never met him. {{{hugs}}}
Sending love and hugs to you both from NZ xx pet goodbyes are so hard 😢
Thank you for sharing this. I was crying the moment I saw the first picture! I have always loved seeing the pictures of Dozer whenever I log on or try out a new recipe. Thoughts and prayers for you all
Sending you and Dozer all of the love ❤️ I’ve loved seeing his updates over the years.
Heartfelt hugs to you and Dozer during these health challenges. If only we could turn back time …
Nagi-san, my heart aches for you. You and your furry partner have brought joy to the cooking community. I hope you’ll find solace in quiet yet strong support of us thinking of you two.
Crying over a pup I never knew in life but knew through the screen. Arohanui from New Zealand
Sending love and strength to both of you ❤️
My heart aches for you and what you are going through right now. To have such a wonderful dog is a true blessing and I hope that he continues to improve and live a happy life
I hope you and dozer have a lovely time together in his final days. He has had such a beautiful, full life and I’m so sorry to see this happen to you
Love and prayers to you and Dozer
All my love to you and Dozer.
The tears started to flow and my heart felt heavy for you and Dozer. With all your post I can feel the love between you both. I hope Dozer comes home very soon and you both share more moments together. God bless.
Bless you Nagi, and Dozer, my heart truly goes out to you.
I live in the UK, and as our dear departed queen once said “Grief is the price we pay for love”, and you and Dozer had that in abundance for each other
You are both in my thoughts xxx
Nagi……. I can’t tell you how sorry I am to hear that dear Dozer is coming to the end of his time on this plain……. Sending hugs to you both and wishes for all the gentleness in the world for him and you over the days and weeks ahead.
Oh Nagi such a sad time for you, it’s so special you are taking the time to spend with Dozer making him comfortable and loved. ❤️
You two are such a brilliant pair and have brought much joy to countless people over the years. Thank you for sharing the love. Dozer, may you cross the bridge with ease. Nagi, best wishes for what lies ahead.
We have adored watching you and Dozer’s adventures. We have been exactly where you are right now so I fully understand you stepping back to be with Dozer. Enjoy your time with him, Goldens are extremely special dogs, more human than dogs. We now have 2 Goldens, double the love, double the chaos, double the fur….. wouldn’t have it any other way. Take care, will be thinking of you all and sending much love. ❤️
There is no words to express the pain you are feeling and hope you are able to bring Dozer home where he belongs … my heart breaks and what an amazing journey you have enjoyed together .. my wish that every fur baby out there is as lucky as Dozer … praying for you both. Xx
So very sorry Nagi to hear of your beautiful Dozers decline. The tears are flowing 😭🦮❤️🩹 It’s so heartbreaking and I feel your pain. Sending big hugs 🤗 and caring thoughts to you and your beautiful boy Dozer. ❤️🩹🦮