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. ❤️
Following you and Dozer all these years and watching the loving attention he gets tells me he is one of the luckiest dogs ever. Spend every minute with him. We will still be here when you return. Hugs!
I am most saddened by this news. I do hope you will be able to bring him back home where he loves it and you the most. Dozer has been a bright spot in my life through your site for many many years now.
Love him, give everything he wants and stay by his side. You gave him a great life. Forever in our hearts 💞
Nagi: Thank you for giving the BEST life to Dozer. You were the BEST and most PERFECT mom for him. No matter what Dozer chooses, I hope it is what he wants as he knows that he is so very loved.
Thank you so much for your heart and how you share. Please take the time you need with Dozer and may your heart be lighter when the time comes that Dozer is no longer in pain, he is free as a puppy again and that he enjoyed the life every pet/animal should with such tremendous love and happiness. Thank you for allowing us into your journey. We are behind the scenes supporting you!
With gentle loving hands Dozer will cross the bridge. BLESSINGS.
My most heartfelt and respectful thoughts are with you. Dozer has helped many a difficult day begin on an upbeat note – thank you for sharing him with us!
Sending love, hugs and prayers for both of you. 💗🥰🙏🏻
Praying for Dozer and you. I empathize with what you are going through. Its so hard, Praying that Dozer makes a full recovery and you are blessed with a few more years.
So sorry to hear this. Sending you love and hugs..Prayers from Aiken, South Carolina
We love you Nagi, our hearts are heavy but our arms are strong. We loved Dozier from the first onset of stumbling on your recipes. Stay in prayer!!
Those of us that have had pets have been blessed by their affection and unconditional love and we are the better for it. We have lost, but the memories are too vivid and maintain us. Thank you for sharing. Warm hugs go your way.
Nagi, The world has loved Dozer. Such a very lucky pup to be adopted by you, what a wonderful life he has. My dogs search for crumbs but they are not. My heart breaks for you and Dozer. Hug him every second. Love you and him.
Nagi: Thank you for giving the BEST life to Dozer. You were the BEST and most PERFECT mom for him. No matter what Dozer chooses, I hope it is what he wants as he knows that he is so very loved.
Thank you so much for your heart and how you share. Please take the time you need with Dozer and may your heart be lighter when the time comes that Dozer is no longer in pain, he is free as a puppy again and that he enjoyed the life every pet/animal should with such tremendous love and happiness. Thank you for allowing us into your journey. We are behind the scenes supporting you!
Sending you love and positive energy!
The bonding, love and caring will never leave – I am sure precious Dozer is forever in your heart, and ours too . 💕
My heart breaks all over again 😢 so sorry to read that Doser is unwell. I lost my Charlie girl last year and my heart was torn. I miss her dearly. Give him all the hugs and love while you can. Sending big hugs your way Nagi 🥰😘
So many positive vibes and prayers going your way. I’m sobbing all the way here in western NY /our fur babies are our life. I’m praying Dozer gets another go around at home where you can spoil him greatly. Love you from afar buddy❤️
What a wonderful person you are and how we have loved all those posts about your beautiful amazing boy. You have kept him going with your love and total devotion ( a bit of medical help too!) and I so, so feel for you at this time. Sending you love and strength x x x
Nagi, my heart aches for you. Hearing about Dozer brought such sadness — our dogs are family, especially through the long, demanding days in the kitchen. I’m holding you both in my thoughts and sending prayers for strength and a miraculous turnaround. May this heavy moment be met with comfort and light.
— Mechelle in VA, USA
Sending you and sweet Mr. Dozer love with grace. You will know when it is the right time to do the hardest thing imaginable. Sending you prayers for the strength you will need. With hugs & ear-rubs. 💗