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. ❤️
Even though you live half a world away from me in Canada, I feel like I know Dozer with all the posts about him. It always brings a smile to my face and reminds me of the goldens we’ve had through the years. Please know that you are in my thoughts at this time and I hope he’s able to come home ❤️.
Feel for you so much. It’s always so hard to say goodbye and to know when the time is right. What joy you and Dozer bring – grateful you have shared your sweet boy with us all xo
My heart breaks for you Nagi, I am in tears myself as unfortunately I know all too well how you are feeling. Good that you can spend some special time with him now, love him hard. Sending love and hugs to you both xxx
I’m so sorry. It’s never easy. I still miss our precious Rosie and Otto (both made into Reteriniti stones on our mantelpiece). Enjoy your time over the rainbow bridge Dozer
sorry about your beautiful dog.
What can l say all my love is with you two guys and lots of prayers 🙏🙏🙏
I’m so sad for you, but you will have to remember all the amazing times that you have had with Dozer, it will help. It may still bring tears but it will help. 💕
I’m so sorry to read this. I don’t even like dogs but Dozer is special! Take care
I am so sorry for your loss he was family and it is never easy. Sending all the love we have for you and Dozer. Take care
Oh my heart hurts reading The Final Chapter and I think almost all of us have been through this – people, dogs, it hurts the same. I know while you’re looking after Dozer people are taking care of you. Much love to the fur-gentleman and to you xx
Oh Nagi. Tears are streaming down my face. The love and affection for Dozer was felt by us all and, having lost fur babies over the years, I understand how upset you must be. He was absolutely your boy and he will be so sorely missed by you and those close. Take time – we will miss you but look forward to seeing you back and in the meantime, we look forward to recipe ideas from JB. Lots of love xxxx
Oh Nagi my heart hurts for you. We thank you for sharing your beautiful Dozer with us. He will always be remembered and bring smiles to my face. Sending hugs and love for both of you 🧡
Heartfelt prayers for you and Dozer who brought so much joy to so many xx
My heart goes out to both of you. I hope he is able to come home and spend some more special time with you. Enjoy your time together. He really is the most beautiful boy. ❤️
I am also in a similar situation with my boy. All you can do is love them as hard as you can and know that you have done the best you can for him.
Love and Light to you both xxx
He has had the best life and is well loved by us all 😘
Sending you both love and hugs with tears rolling down my cheeks ❤️🤗 From experience I know no words can make you feel better right now, but know that my heart is with you both
Sending caring hugs to both of you.
Feeling it with you and Dozer to the end. Enjoy your last hours, days, weeks with your beloved Dozer as he will with you. 💕🦮
Sending lots of love & hugs for you both. 😘💔