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 and Dozer,
I will light a candle for you both and have you in my prayers 🙏
I feel for you. For those of us who love our furry family members, we totally understand what you are going through. God bless you & beloved Dozer who has also brought us so much joy over the years ! 💞
My heart ❤️ goes out to you and Dozer, your both in my prayers.
I pray he makes makes it. Love you Dozer, I just can’t bear it. I feel for you Nagi.
The most beautiful boy and what a beautiful life you’ve given him! Sending you so much love at this incredibly hard time.
Hope Dozer gets to eat all the yummy treats and have another play at the beach.
My heart is breaking for you. Sending you and Dozer lots of love. God Bless
Please don’t think of us at this time Nagi. Family first always 💕 xxxxx
I wanted to thank you Nagi for sharing your life with Dozer with all of us. You have made me smile so often with what Dozer has been up to and I will always treasure your cookbooks with him in there. What a beautiful life Dozer has experienced with so so much love. You are the best Mom Dozer could possibly have. Thinking of both of you.
Ohh Nagi and Dozer, I am sonsad to hear things aren’t well at the moment. Sending you 2 lots of love!
God bless you and Dozer, all I can offer is my love to both of you. I understand.
With Love, Dan
Love your website, your recipes, your books and your heart. Dozer has been one lucky boy and you have been one lucky fur baby mama. Love to you all xxx
Lots and lots and lots of big hugs and kisses Dozer and Nagi during this sad time xxx
Oh Nagi, my heart goes out to you. There is nothing worse than saying goodbye to your dearest friend.
He knows you’re there for him, and that’s the most important thing in his world. I have loved the quiet wisdom of all the dogs I have loved as they reach their older years. Sending love to you both.
You’ve both been taken into our hearts over the years Nagi and we’ll miss dear Dozer when the time comes.
I’ve already cried a river but the love that Dozers given you over the years will stay with you forever. Bless you both and your fabulous team.
Sending love and hugs to you both as you navigate this part of dozers journey, enjoy the special time together 💙
Thinking of you and hoping that you and Dozer are able to be together at fun doing what he loves. x
Nagi I never make any comments, but this brought me tears 😭 I still remember when I say goodbye to my dog 26 years ago. Just be strong, Dozer had a great time with you and you with him and memories of him will be forever.
So sad but yes the circle of life hits creatures great & small
It was so hard reading this post. Literally broke my heart. I Have enjoyed Dozer through your posts so much over the years. Sending all my good wishes to both you and Dozer.
I’m sending you a million hugs.