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, my heart goes out to you at this trying time. having lost 3 much loved fur babies, big and small. Just take all the time you can to be with dozer as this time is so precious. In time you will come to realize what joy you and dozer have bought to so many around the world.
You’re in my prayers every day.
Love and kind wishes
Dawn (from New Zealand)
Nagi I’m so sorry to hear about Dozer 😢 we also lost our golden Tiara aged 15 and I understand how difficult it is to say goodbye to such a presence in your life. We’ll be thinking of you and sending love and hugs 🥰
Thinking of you both!
Such a gorgeous best friend!
aww I’m so sorry, I love dozer so much. sending all the pats he could ever need <3
So sorry to hear the news Nagi, sending love xx
Deepest condolences Nagi on the loss of your beloved Dozer and sending hugs of support to help you through your pain.
Oh I’m so sorry. It hurts so much to lose our furry family members ❤️
Sorry for your loss Nagi. Thank you for sharing his life with us. He had so much love ❤️
We’re so sorry to hear of your loss… RIP dear Dozer, with love from Clare and Shane and Olive and Lotti (black lab sisters) XXXX
Dear Nagi. Our thoughts and prayers are with you . You and Dozer have been part of my cooking life for a long time.
Love Eileen xx
Dear Nagi
We all love Dozer and thank you for sharing him with all of us.
Loving thoughts sent your way ❤️❤️ 🐾
Dear Nagi. Lyn and I are terribly saddened that Dozer has died. From our own experience we know how our dogs are not just pets but are an integral part of our families. So many people have come to love Dozer from “Life of Dozer” and we will all miss him but our memories of Dozer will last forever.
Lyn and David
My heart breaks with yours
Just saw your heartbreaking post. My thoughts and prayers are with you 🙏. So sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved furry family member. He’s over the rainbow bridge now pain free and still chomping on tasty morsels. Much love to you. Big hugs xx 🐾 🐾
Dearest Nagi, thinking of you at a most difficult time for you. Over the years I have seen the love you have for Dozer and always felt that when the time was near and inevitably upon you soon (hopefully not too soon) that you would feel an immense loss and heartbreak so deep. You have your memories and that’s what will keep you going. Hugs to you and Dozer. Sent with heartfelt tears. Sincerely!
Thoughts, prayers & hugs go out to you Nagi and Team on the so sad news of beloved Dozer. Such joy & love he brought to all especially to his adoring and adored mum ❤️
So sad to hear about Dozer. We absolutely know how you’re feeling. Our two fur baby Maltese (Bernie & Lily) passed away in November at 17.5 yrs. The loves of our life . The grief is still overwhelming. Ythough your heart is broken it is a measure of the love you have for your beautiful Dozer. 💝
So sorry for your loss Nagi. We have a 9 yr old Golden & can’t imagine life without her. We are thinking about you!
Nagi my arms and my dog’s paws are around you as tears fall on to their heads. Much love 😓
Hi Nagi, I’m sobbing like Dozer was my own. I just left a message on your Instagram. We know the pain you are in and wrap our arms around you.xx💕💕