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. ❤️
Sending you and Dozer love and hugs❤️
Fingers and everything else crossed you get to spend some more time doing Dozers favourite things together. It is never long enough and a heartbreaking time. Sending you love
Big hugs to you, Nagi 🐾❤️🐾❤️
I am so, so sorry. Losing a dog is unimaginable. But what I can see, they’ve had a wonderful life, home and family and was surrounded by their loved ones at the end of a long life for a dog which in many ways the most you can hope for. Dozer is an angel, and being total gem wherever they are <3
Beautiful Dozer, what a joy it’s been to follow you both for so long now. Hoping for some chill days at home soon Nagi, soak up those precious cuddles xx
You and Dozer are so loved by us all, please take this time to love and celebrate him and give yourself space xxx
I read once that if the life of a dog was calculated in the years of love, devotion and joy they give, they would live 10 times longer than they sadly do. My heart aches for you Nagi.
My love to you and Dozer
Sending all my love to you and Dozer. Our animals are part of our families and when it is time to say goodbye it is heartbreaking. I hope that your remaining time together is filled with lots of love, kisses and hugs.
Sending LOTS of LOVE to you BOTH ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
It breaks me to read the Dozer updates but he’s become part of my and my doggo’s world as they are my everything. Doesn’t matter what else you have, your fur babies are the best all and end all. My heart bleeds for you Nagi. There are no words to help. Just sending my love and hope.
I’m sending you both loving hugs from one dog (and cat) mom to another. Praying you get quality time with your boy.
Followed All your Dozer posts over the years Nagi. I’m So so sorry to read this…we love our lovely fur woofas just so much. Long as he is comfortable and with you…he’s a happy boy
Much love to you both
Sending love and hugs to you and Dozer from myself and my 15 year old boy Jackson ❤️🐾
I’m crying while I’m reading your post. So sad to let them go, they become such a big part of our life. Sending love to you and your beautiful Dozer 💗
I’m so sorry Nagi….Dozer is such a big part of this community…we love him so much! I feel for you….sending lots of hugs to you and especially beautiful Dozer xxx
Sending hugs and love to you and Dozer. Our fur babies are our family with unconditional love and devotion 💞
Thinking of you Nagi . Big hugs for Dozer 🤗🦮💜
So sad. I hope you do get to spend a little more time with Doer doing the things he love to do. xx
Oh Nagi 🥺 Sending lots of love and hugs to you and Dozer. xxx
Sending all our love and well wishes to Dozer!! 🤗 Wishing him a speedy recovery!🧡
Dear Nagi & Dozer
I pray for you both … May Dozer make a good recovery and for strength and comfort for you both !
Lots of love and prayers.