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. ❤️
Love you both
Insperation to my cooking
I would not trust it if not for the taste test Dozer
Nagi San – my prayers and thoughts are for you and Dozer. I know exactly how you are feeling. Big hugs to you both. I am silently shedding a few tears. Reading about Dozer always made my day. Be brave.
Sending you all the love Nagi, what a beautiful journey you two have had together. Brought smiles and laughter all across the world! Thinking of you ❤️
Lots of love and hugs coming your and Dozer’s way. You’ve given him the most wonderful life and he’s given you so much in return.
If love was all that was needed to heal Dozer, he’d live for eternity. He’ll be missed by more people than he could imagine. Sending love to Dozer and to you xoxo
My heart breaks for you. ❤️🩹🐾🦴🥺. Sending warmest thoughts Nagi. I cooked with you and Dozer often. Thank you.
I’m so so sorry for what you’re experiencing.
You love Dozer so completely and he knows you do.
Please keep us posted.
Sending love and healing vibes…
I am so sorry to hear that Dozer’s health has been failing. We can become so attached to a special soul in an animal, like a human. Take as much time as you need x
Dear Nagi, So sorry to hear of your devoted Dozer – such a horrible time for you both – hugs.
‘I’ll love you forever, I’ll like you always. As long as I’m living, my baby you’ll be’.
I still say this to my babies and fur babies alike… no matter their age. Thinking of you both 💕
Sending love and healing thoughts to Dozer. He is one amazing dog and you are an amazing mom to him Nagi. Xoxo to you both.
so sad but he leaves a legacy of beautiful memories for you and all of us who have shared your journey.
Sending you both so much love and hugs xxx
Hi Nagi, Dozer will always be by your side if only in spirit. Thank you for sharing your grief with all of us. 🙏sending hugs & love to both of you.
My heart sank and my tears flowed when I read your heading Nagi, I felt so sad for you both, then I continued to read on and thought: you clearly are not ready to go yet Dozer, you want more time with your Mummy, what strength you have!
It’s times like this, that our furbabies should out live us, they are part of our family, they are one of our children and we shouldn’t have to say goodbye to them.
Dozer you are such a star and you are much loved, more than you will ever know.
Make beautiful memories with your Mummy and give her strength at this difficult time. I am so very greatful to have gotten to know you through your Mummys posts.
Love to you Dozer xxx
Love to Nagi too xxx
I will brace myself for the next inevitable post.
Sending tons of love and the biggest hugs to both of you. Heartbreaking news. 🙏🏼❤️🦋😢
I’m so sorry about Dozer. I’ve enjoyed immensely the stories and your recipes. My thoughts and prayers are with you. We lost our boy Chase after 19 yrs.
My heart breaks for you and Dozer. We all know how much our fur babies mean to us and it is so hard to see them unwell and eventually having to make that final decision. Enjoy the time you have left with Dozer. I hope that he is able to go home and enjoy all his favourite things. Sending love and hugs 💕
It is about 6 years since our goodest boy , Buster, went to the vets and didn’t come home … I send you much love, and a big scratch behind the ears for Dozer … I’m sure he knows just how loved he is 🫂
Darling darling Dozer. What joy he brings! Mama, just love on him. That’s ALL there is. Much love to you both. ❤️