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. ❤️
I am so sorry… this news broke my heart. I hope he is free from pain.. please send him lots of cuddles from me.xxx
I love Dozer as if he was my own. My heart hurts for you ,
Sending you love at this difficult time .
Crying for that sweet, sweet beloved boy. Praying for you both.
Thinking of you both so much xxxxc
This is the worst, most heartbreaking news. I just don’t know what to say.
Dear Nagi – Please don’t let him see your tears.
That would really break his heart.
Oh, dear Nagi. Oh, dear Dozer. The hardest thing a dog owner has to do, or any pet owner, is to say goodbye to a beloved four-legged family member. We had many dogs in our lives (still do), and each one of them is special; however, one was extra special, and with him I waited almost too long. I just couldn’t let him go, and it wasn’t fair to him. The thought of losing them hurts so much because they mean so much to us. They are with us 24/7, every day for years. They know us better than any human ever could. We have paw prints in our hearts and they will stay there forever.
Sometimes we don’t prolong life, but we prolong death. Don’t wait too long, Nagi. But miracles happen, and I wish for one for you. With all our love, from our dog house to yours.
This song is about saying goodbye to a well loved dog:
https://www.youtube.com/watchv=Y0j5PG2TJsE&list=RDY0j5PG2TJsE&start_radio=1
Oh Dozer I love you. Go well the bestest boy.
Nagi I am sorry.
I have tears in my eyes reading your post. My heart breaks for you as I have been there myself and so know how heartbreaking it is. On the good side you have had Dozer for a beautiful long life of togetherness and mutual love and that will stay with you forever. Big big hugs coming your way.
My heart hurts for both you and Dozer. Sending love and hugs to you and your boy during this difficult time♥️
Dozer is such a beautiful boy and despite not actually knowing him, I feel like I do. Thank you for sharing him with us all Nagi. You have given him such a wonderful life and we can all see how much you love him, and he, you. Thinking of you in this very challenging time and hoping he gets those last beautiful moments doing those things he loves and being surrounded by your love.
You have given him the best life. He is one lucky dog to have shared his life with you.
Thinking of you.
Just shed a tear. Bless you, Dozer and love to you Nagi. X
So hard to say goodbye to those we love. How lucky you both were to have shared this beautiful time. Dozer has been a joy in your life that few people really get to know fully. 💔💔 kiss that beautiful boy My thoughts are with you at this sad and difficult time. Mal
Dozer has been a bright spot in every email you send. I look forward to seeing and hearing about his antics when ever I open one of your emails. I’m 83 years old and have had a dog my entire life. It’s heartbreaking when they have to say goodbye. But the joy and memories they give you are never forgotten. They are cherished forever. I wish Dozer well. And I thank you, Nagi, for sharing the “adventures of Dozer” with us.💕
I’ve just read the latest update on Georgeous Dozer and have shed some tears for you both. I have recently lost two of my fur babies and know what you must be going through. Sending lots of love and hugs to you both ❤️
What a lucky dog you have. Sending you and Dozer love and hugs..❤️
My heart and love goes out to you Naga. I lost my golden to cancer almost 30 years ago. He was 13 and like all goldies so full of love. I still cry at my loss. Loads of hugs 🥰🥰
I’m so sorry Nagi. He’s the bestest of boys. Please take all the time you need
Nagi, thank you for sharing your life with gorgeous Dozer, my heart breaks for you
It’s so sad to lose a pet who is a family member – but you will have so many beautiful memories. It’s just his time 💙 love to you and Dozer