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. ❤️
Oh sweet Nagi, we never get enough time with them do we? It is the hardest goodbye because they are the most loving loyal unconditional love. My heart goes out to you and Dozer. Please give him the biggest cuddles and tell him my two will be waiting in doggy heaven to run around with him.
Sending all the love to Dozer and yourself Nagi. I understand the love for furbabies and they are a cherished part of the family. 🐶😻
Do enjoy your time together;
hugs and pets for dozer!
Oh Dozer, you can pull through, Nagi needs you keep on loving her and Nagi to cuddle you. Thinking and sending Love to you both.
Oh God, someone’s cutting onions in my kitchen right now…
Thai is how it should be. Take time, cherish every money, and let him spend the rest of his precious life at home, surrounded by love, surrounded by comfort, what he knows – what he loves. There is no way dozer does not know the love and dedication you have for him. Spend every minute soaking up the time you have with him. I know he is doing the same. You and dozer are in all our thoughts.
THIS IS THE MOST PAINFUL PART … PRAYING FOR DOZER.
Dear heart, I am so sorry. Great sadness means you loved greatly. Take all the time you need. We are here for you.
Joyce
Your four-legged child has touched the hearts of all your followers. He will be with you forever. Sending love and blessings to you both.
Sending love and support to you and Dozer during this time. Our pets are such a blessing, we are lucky to have them in our lives as long as they can stay. So so so much love.
so sorry to hear this news
they are angles without wings
he has had a great life remember the good times
Oh my heart breaks for you, I have 2 golden boys and Dozer was the reason I followed you initially (I am not a good cook) but Dozer updates and pics made me so happy. Be brave, be strong as he needs you to be there with him to the end. Sending you much love xx
Devastated for you both. What a loving bond you have. So much love and so much pain. The best part is that you are together right till the end, I’m always fearful to think I’ll be away when my Bestie’s special time comes. A huge lump in my throat and no words. What a great fur-mum you are, he’s been blessed – you both have. x
All the love in the world, Nagi and Dozer.💕
Hello Nagi, I live in Querétaro, México, and from very far away here to there, I send you and Dozer many hugs at this difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing he has had a wonderful life with you.
I feel for you I recently lost my schnauzer he was only 9.5 years developed diabetes it will be a big gap in your life so my thoughts are with you
So sorry Nagi, it is one of the most awful things a dog (or cat) mum and her dog can go through. He is just such and great dog and he is very loved
Thinking of you.
Oh Nagi, my heart breaks for you! I cried reading your post, as only six months ago I was where you are right now! Sending hugs to you both xx
Hi Nagi, I was really sad to read this post. I have enjoyed Dozers antics for many years. We lost our Labrador last year and so I truly understand how difficult this time is. Thank you to Dozer for the joy he brings to this dedicated community
Dear Nagi and Dozer
Sending you my love at this final stage of Dozer ‘s life. He was the luckiest of puppies to have you for his mum. What an incredible journey you’ve both been on together for such a long time. No words will help to ease your grief now but in time that pain does heal. I’m sure lots of us (your fans) know what you’re going through. I send you both big hugs. 💙💙