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. ❤️
Thank you for sharing during these difficult days.
Make more beautiful memories to add to the abundance you have. 💖🙏
The part of being a parent of 4 legged children. We remember when they’re babies, then they learn, act like teen agers, then become partners through life. We take care of them and sometimes they take care of when it’s needed.
Unfortunately, we also see them grow older and suffer the frailties that comes with it and yes eventually we have to see them pass on. The crazy thing is we do it all over again. I’ll keep Dozer and you in thoughts and prayers.
I’m going to celebrate your wonderful spirit this week by watching the Secret Life of Pets (1&2), because you’ll always be the Matinee Idol of Culinary Canines for me xxoo.
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My dear Nagi and your beautiful boy Dozer. My heart bleeds for you and the tears are flowing. I and my two labradors Bramble and Lilly Pilly have followed you for years. I read the stories and showed my pups the photos. We wrap our arms and paws around you both with so so much love 😘😘
Dear Nagi & Dozer
I have always enjoyed reading your Life of Dozer updates. So sorry that he is so sick, know that he is loved 💜
Sending you and Dozer lots of love.
Sometimes there are just no words Nagi❤️🩹. just know you guys are so loved and we are sending hugs, love and prayers
You and Dozer have given me so much hope and positive energy in a particularly heart wrenching time in my life. I wish you and Dozer the best days to come, cherish every beautiful moment. Sending hugs and peaceful thoughts.
Oh Nagi
My heart goes out to you.
As a fellow Goldie owner (now with our third, the wonderful Mr Kaiser) I discovered Recipe Tin Eats via Dozer, and a wonderful drip birthday cake you made him many years ago. Now pretty much everything we cook in this household is “one of Nagi’s”.
So thanks to Dozer for that introduction; and may his final days be ones doing all those wonderful things he & you love doing together.
They’re such special soul-buddies our Goldies.
Love & hugs & pats
Robyn
So sorry to see this. We don’t have them with us for long.
Big hug to you both.
Words just don’t do it. I can only offer empathy and pray for the best possible outcome for you all…and love. There’s always love.
I can’t right now, my heart is breaking for you and Dozer. 🤞🏻
My heart is breaking for you both.
Dear Nagi, my tears are already falling into the pool of sadness. Dozer will live on in the hearts of so many, and memories can be lovely things. And we will see him every time we open your books. I’m so sorry. Just keep hugging him.
My heart is breaking for you Nagi, Cherish your time at home together! We love to hear your Dozer stories much love to you both .XX
Nago, So sorry! Much love to you both.
Sending big love to Dozer and you Nagi. Enjoy the time you have left with your beautiful boy. Feeling sad for you both 🙏🌸😘
The hardest part is when you know you have to let him go. Been there, done that. My prayers are with you.
I know exactly what you are going through, we have lost fur babies too I always tell people rthat they will be waiting for us over the Rainbow 🌈 Bridge. Hug Dozer fir use and tell him, James, Carney and Coco will be waiting to welcome him above and keep him company until we join him.