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. ❤️
Sending lots of love to you, Nagi and Dozer
He knows your love and care and he is supporting you more then you think.
Mon cœur est avec toi…
I’m so sorry to hear about Dozer! My thoughts and prayers are with the both of you. Reading all the posts you put up about Dozer, you’ve both been so lucky to have each other. Sending you both so much love xx
I am so sorry about your loss.
Oh Nagi. I’m sitting here in Ireland in tears for you and Dozer! Wishing you and Dozer all the very best – 13.9 years is amazing for a dog his size! You have obviously cared very well for him 🦮❤️
I know what you are going through, Nagi, and my heart is breaking for you 💔
Sending you and Dozer so much love, Nagi ♥️ I truly hope he gets to go home. Be gentle with yourself as you move through this time. ✨✨✨
Sending you hugs- your posts of Dozer over the years have been truly heart warming.
😢. So sorry for you but do understand how you feel
Dear Nagi. So sorry that you are going through this pain. That is the price we pay when we love with all our heart. Thinking of you and sending ❤️
Thanks for sharing your deep love for Dozer. He has become part of the life of all your readers. Love to Dozer and you at this precious time 🌺🌸
Nagi, so glad you are prioritising this time for you and Dozer. You are absolutely doing the right thing – for both of you. My heart is with you. I still miss my 3 fur babies after all these years.
Hugs, love & peace to you & Dozer
I have never posted a comment but now I will to say how I feel so sorry about your loss. It takes time to heal but you have many who will share your grief
Don’t worry about the recipes. We will all still be here. Take all the time you need. Xx
I am so sorry to hear if your loss of dear Dozer, Nagi
Our dear 4 legged friends become very much a part of our family 🥰💔
Sending you love and hugs, Richard
Love and strength to you Nagi ❤️
I’m so sorry to hear about Dozer, Nagi. Thank you for sharing photos and stories of Dozer over the years. Kids and I enjoyed them very very much. Sending you much love and hugs during this difficult time. Xxx 🐕
Sending you all the love 🩷
Dear Nagi, thank you for all you have shared. So very sad to hear about Dozer’s journey and can only imagine the impact. Wishing you strength, love and kindness during this difficult time.
Sending love