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. ❤️
Ohh Nagi … 😢 I feel you Honey .. Hug 💔
I have not made a comment before this, although I have enjoyed your recipes, posts and the life of your loving pal Dozer for 3 years now.
Our dogs love us unconditionally and you have be so lucky to have spent so long together. It is as you say the way of life, but it absolutely sucks when time runs out. We always think we still have time with our loved one until we don’t. He is so lucky to have you by his side during this. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and Dozer.
I am crying (ugly crying) Much love to you and Dozer
Oh Nagi. I’m heartbroken. Take your beautiful boy home where he belongs and feels safe. My heart goes out to you. Try and stay strong. xo
💕💕love to you Nagi and special love to Dozer
Blessings to you and Dozer. You are both in our hearts and prayers. All golden love, Wendy, Angus and Conor – my two golden boys
Know how we love our fur baby-our thoughts are with you 💕
Really thinking of you Nagi- we love our animals so so much!
Have to put down my little cat today so crying reading your post!
Sending much love to you and Dozer ❤️
Goldens are the best, and bring out the best in us. You and Dozer have given each other a joyous life together, a gift to forever cherish.
Oh Nagi, that is so sad but what a beautiful life he’s had with you. Cherish all those memories and just love him to bits in the time you have left. You are so lucky to have each other. My heart bleeds for you.😮💨
Oh Nagi, so, so sorry to hear this news. Dozer is an awesome dog and I loved reading updates about him. I do hope he is able to return home one last time before he crosses the rainbow bridge xx
Thoughts and prayers with you. Fight on Dozer you are so special
I feel your pain Nagi. My beautiful fur babies passed quite a few years ago, but today I’m feeling for you and sending lots of love to ease the load xo
Lots of strength and love to you both, a million tears will never be enough.
Sending hugs, it’s so hard to say goodbye to them
All love to you both. Dozer has given so much love enjoy your popsicles big boyxxx
All the love for everyone!
I’m so sorry you’re going through this. I know how deeply you love Dozer, and how much he means to you. It’s incredibly painful to watch someone you love be sick, especially when you know time may be short.
Please know you’ve given him such a beautiful life, so much love, care, fun and safety. That bond doesn’t disappear, no matter what comes next.
Holding you and Dozer in my heart xx
Thank you for having shared so many fun posts about Dozer over the years. Wishing you peace of mind that you did your best for him…as he did for you.
This is so sad. Such a good boy 🩵
Dear Nagi – sending you love and hugs – we love you and Dozer and feel for the pain you are going through just now. Let the love from all of us help to carry you – look after yourself too, as you comfort him and stay by his side. ❤️