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. ❤️
My heart is happy Dozer is loved so very much!
My heart is saddened as he will begin his final journey without his best friend,
My heart is hopeful you both will be together one day.
You are blessed with many friends and we all care so very much. Hold that thought in your heart
All our love and lots of cuddles from my family to yours.
Everyone here is eating a choco banana lolly in support of Dozer.
I’m crying a thousand tears too! I’ll pray he gets to go home asap and do all his favorite things!!! He has been a favorite part of my day when I get your emails.
thank you so much for sharing him with us. sending warm hugs to you both!!
Praying for peaceful last days for you both. Dozer has had a magnificent doggy life because of your love and care and he has filled your life with so much joy. Remember both as you grieve. Many warm hugs to you both.
Thinking of you both and sending strength, love and hugs your way.
I have to redo my makeup this a.m.
reading Dozer’s update.
Sending my best to you both❤️❤️
🙏🩵🐾
Thank you for sharing Nagi, I will be praying for you and Dozer🎚️💆🏻♀️😇
Love and hugs from Chicago, Illinois.
I have had to say goodbye to two dogs, and while I know it’s the circle of life, it is heartbreaking to say goodbye to a soul that loves you unconditionally. I am sending you and Dozer lots of love and strength!
Prayers and compassion from my home to you and Dozer. I have your first cookbook… containing candid pictures of you two… Dozer such a young chap. You have given him a great life, best wishes Nagi💔
My heart is with you
So very sorry for your sad news. You always have to remember that you are the best mum that Dozer could ever have hoped for. We will be thinking of you during this very difficult time.
Nothing like the first email of the morning reducing you to tears. May all the blessing be with you.
So sorry, with tears in my eyes, I feel for you. Having lost many ‘family’ (pets) , it’s a difficult time. My condolences to you and your family.
Suzanne
Vous êtes dans mes pensées. J’ai le coeur brisé.
With Love from Canada xxx
Soo much love and virtual hugs being sent to both of you. Dozer is a one of a kind fur baby. He’s had his best life and made all of ours richer. Pets and rubs from Indiana, US.
Our prayers and Blessigns are with you both during these hard times, from Nova Scotia Canada. You are both truely loved all over the world
My heart is breaking for you and Dozer. What a very fine boy he is
I’m so sorry to hear about Dozer, sending you love and courage xx
Nagi and Dozer:
It’s never easy saying goodbye to a family member whether they have 2 feet or 4. Just know that everyone who knows you both personally or from your website, are thinking of you at this difficult time. Many people don’t understand the bond between someone and their pet and therefore they have a hard time trying to figure out why we mourn for these pets when their lives are over – clearly they don’t understand that our pets are a huge part of our families!
Deepest condolences for all your difficulties. Unfortunately, we have no choice but to accept the inevitable and love our beloved pets until the end. Remember it’s human to grieve for your loss but just as important to continue to look after yourself too. XX