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. ❤️
Much love to you both, I feel so lucky to have followed your story and then met you both in person at Sash book signing. Sick fur babies are the hardest thing in the world to go through…xxx
So sorry to hear this I know how hard it is to make a decision but remember it’s for his comfort sending lots of love and hugs your way
Dearest Nagi my heart is so heavy reading this. while not unexpected still very upsetting. Sending you and team and most of all Dozer much, much love. thank you for sharing him with us and please tell JB not to worry about new recipes. we can make do for goodness sake. Dozer, food bank and your own emotional health far more important.
I’m sending you both positive vibes ❤️
Nagi. You and Dozer were the inspiration behind our family welcoming a golden fur baby to our home last year. What a joy they are and I am so sorry that you are dealing with this. Much love to Dozer You are the best doggo mama I’ve ever seen- Don’t forget to take care of yourself too!
All my love to you and Dozer he is having a great life with you as a mom. Loved the special moments we were able to share with you. Ive lost my Maddison early in the year and it was heartbreaking, so my heart goes out to you if you have to say your final goodbye but he is going to doggy heaven where he will bring lots of fun and love
So sad to hear your news about Dozer. You have lots of lovely memories made together and these will never be lost. I hope you can bring him home and make a few more before his time comes. A big hug to you both.♥️♥️
I’m so sorry you are going through this. The hardest part of loving our pets is losing them 😭😭😭 I hope you both get the last moments together that you wish for ❤️❤️❤️
My heart is heavy – I’ve been where you are . Dozer is such a lucky boy to have you as his mum. It’s an absolute joy to have shared all the fun of the life of Dozer – I know you will fill his days with all the love and affection you’ve always given him. Big hugs to you both xx
Lots of love to you all. Thank you for sharing Dozer with us. Xx
Sending loads of healing love to you and your beautiful boy Nagi x
All my love to you Nagi, and the gorgeous Dozer. ❤️💕💗
Sending deep love to Dozer and you. You are both in my heart.
Oh Nagi, I am so sorry to hear about Dozer…I have tears steaming down my face! Sending love and hugs to you both!
The way to Dozer lies clearly in your heart. As your words turn into silence, his sweetness will surround you
Sending my love to you and darling Dozer xxx
Feels like we have all shared Dozer. Lots of love to you both.
Dear Nagi,
Sending the warmest Hugs and loads of Love to you and Dozer. You are doing an amazing job looking after Dozer with every possible help for his needs.
He is in the very best of care.
Love Susan xx
I’m sorry Nagi, absolutely heartbreaking. You and Dozer have all my love ❤️ wishing for your dream to bring him home soon!
Nagi, much love to you and Dozer. 💕💕💕💕