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. ❤️
Aaaww too sad. Stay close to each other while you say goodbye ❤️ Think of all the great years past. Hugs
Im so sorry for your loss Nagi. Thinking of you xx
All the love to you and darling dozer.
Sending hearts and hugs to you and Dozer ❤️❤️❤️❤️
God, this is too sad 😞 😭
Arohanui, Nagi me Dozer 🙌💛
Sharing your loss.
Thank you for sharing ‘Life of Dozer’ you are both going through so much at this time. Our beautiful Toby was 15 when he just couldn’t go on any longer. It was a very sad day but we knew we would have to say our goodbyes 😢 these beautiful four legged people are our family, never easy but never forgotten. You take care ❤️🥰❤️
Sending all my love to you both x
Oh Nagi, I am heartbroken for you. Sending so much love to you & Dozer, so many of us know what you are going through. I have no real words that will help. Sorry, love Sue
Dear Nagi. My heart goes out to you and Dozer.💐💗
All the very best to you both Nagi – it is the hardest part of loving isn’t it? Grief and gratitude come along together, and the latter will help you through that ‘hole in your heart’ feeling, asa time goes by. Loved but never forgotten – thank you for sharing Dozer with us all.
Tears in my eyes, wish you the precious time at home with your beautiful boy x
Sending you Nagi and Dozer loads of love. Thanks for always making me smile reading your Life of Dozer segments. My heart goes out to you both xx
Oh Nagi, you have been joined by a thousand x a thousand who are feeling your pain rignt now.
No words can express my sorrow for you right now.
Dozer, you have traveled over the Rainbow Bridge, you will be so missed. Remember Nagi will always be close in thoughts ’till you.meet again. Meanwhile enjoy that beach over there with all your golden friends.
Know you are loved and missed. We, your friends, will do our best to comfort your Nagi, OK?
Hugs, pats, scritches and kisses.
Gwen
All the best – your dear Dozer has produced many smiles in our household. He’s beautiful and you have been a wonderful Mum to him . All the best to you both x
I hope you get some more happy time with Dozer, very best wishes from me and my fur kid Quin
I’m so sorry this is happening. We had sister from the same litter and they died (age 14) about 5 months apart. It is absolutely devastating and heartbreaking. Praying for a peaceful transition for Dozer and hugs and prayers for you.
So sorry to read about Dozer you will be lost for a while without your faithful friend and shadow. But, remember how blessed you were to have such a wonderful companion. 💕
Dear Nagi
My heart aches for you and Dozer…he is your child and you love him as such.
Enjoy cuddles, licks and nuzzles while you can.
Our beautiful GR boy, Huddy, is nearly 13, and looks just like Dozer. We dread the time when he leaves us.
Love and light to you, Nagi and Dozer 🙏🙏
Your beautiful boy dozer! It has been a dream watching you guys together. I lost my 2 GR a year apart in 2023 & 2024, so I feel your pain. It’s still so raw.
I did open my heart to my girl Bonnie a 1year old GR and she has definitely help me heal.
The your time with the next few weeks, enjoy every moment with your boy.
He is loved by so many and I’m sure most have never met him but we know him through you sharing your life together so thank you
Your beautiful boy dozer! It has been a dream watching you guys together. I lost my 2 GR a year apart in 2023 & 2024, so I feel your pain. It’s still so raw.
I did open my heart to my girl Bonnie a 1year old GR and she has definitely help me heal.
The your time with the next few weeks, enjoy every moment with your boy.
He is loved by so many and I’m sure most have never met him but we know him through you sharing your life together so thank you