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 hugs during this very difficult time. I am sharing tears with you. Continue to spend all the time you have with him and come back to the website when you are ready.
Thank you so much Nagi for your willingness to include all of us in your journey with Dozer. It is a deeply personal time, yet it is also hard to contain privately as so many have shared your journey. Praying for you as you live through this changing season. Much love xx
I love how much Dozer means to you and the love you share. Enjoy the wonderful moments you have together. ❤️
I’m crying buckets!!!!
Love to you both, and thankyou so much for sharing, and as a result, being a part of my life too. Be well 🖖💜
Nagi – I feel like I’ve come to know and love Dozer through your stories and his antics. While knowing its a part of life, that final chapter can be one of the hardest parts. Thank you for sharing Dozer with us all these years. He is a treasure – as are you. Take this time for you. We’ll be here when you come back xx
Prayers for you and Dozer. Don’t worry about us! ♥️
Take care of your fur baby!
Sending all my love to you, Nagi, and your beautiful Dozer boy. All of us Tinners are with you both, always xoxo
sending love to you both ,,,
I am so very very sorry about Dozer— he has been part of my life for years now. I always went directly to him to see what you guys were up to. Sorry to say your postings on food were way down on the list – way after my boy. lol
I pray for strength for you and I pray our boy has more time for hugs and kisses and so much love from you.
I am so sorry to hear Dozer is struggling. I have enjoyed your stories and pictures. I’m sending hugs to both of you
I’m so sorry and heartbroken to hear about Dozer. Just remember Nagi, once he crosses that Rainbow bridge, you’ll see him again..
Sending lots of love to you, Nagi and Dozer
He knows your love and care and he is supporting you more then you think.
Mon cœur est avec toi…
I’m so sorry to hear about Dozer! My thoughts and prayers are with the both of you. Reading all the posts you put up about Dozer, you’ve both been so lucky to have each other. Sending you both so much love xx
I am so sorry about your loss.
Oh Nagi. I’m sitting here in Ireland in tears for you and Dozer! Wishing you and Dozer all the very best – 13.9 years is amazing for a dog his size! You have obviously cared very well for him 🦮❤️
I know what you are going through, Nagi, and my heart is breaking for you 💔
Sending you and Dozer so much love, Nagi ♥️ I truly hope he gets to go home. Be gentle with yourself as you move through this time. ✨✨✨
Sending you hugs- your posts of Dozer over the years have been truly heart warming.
😢. So sorry for you but do understand how you feel