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’m so very sorry to hear of this. The most painful part of owning an animal is having to say goodbye. Sending strength to you during this time.
Sending all the love in the world for beautiful Dozer & to his loving mum , those of us lucky enough to be loved unconditionally by our fur babies know how you are feeling 💙💙💙💔💔💔
Sending love and prayers for peace and comfort to Dozer and you. God bless.
Thank you for the Dozer update Nagi, our hearts are w/ you guys! Please give Dozer a HUGE 🤗 from us and let him know we ♥️ him SO Much! Jerry & Saiprabha
This brings tears to my eyes. He will always be in your heart. Enjoy every minute. It is hard to let go of our angels in disguise. I still miss my baby, he lived to be 15.9 years old. Sending you strength dear Nagi.
Best wishes to your beloved Dozer, stay strong and when it is time to go over the rainbow bridge you and he will know. 🥰🥰
Beautiful Dozer with so much love given, be strong. We await your precious recovery, sending positive wishes from me and my dog Saki.
So , there’s a beginning and an ending for all of us – for every living creature . But there’s a lifetime in between .
Thank you for sharing Dozer’s life with us , he has brought so much joy to so many people .
We are all feeling and knowing your unbearable pain , shedding a million tears all over the world .
But we are smiling too , remembering all his funny ways .
Go gently , beautiful Dozer .
And when his time comes , dear Nagi – always remember that grief is the price that we pay for love .
xxx
Been there and it’s not easy to watch but you’ve given this beautiful dog a wonderful life.
Wish there were more people like you in this world.
Love to you Nagi
Veronica
My heart is breaking for you. Thank you Dozer. You are the goodest dog ever.
I’m crying for you, knowing just how much it hurts. Hope you get to spend a few more days of quality time together. Stay strong! xx
Nagi, take good care of yourself during these fragile days for Dozer.
Thinking of you and Dozer from a past Goldie owner.
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We all love you so much Dozer and we know how much you love your Mama and your life style sooo much too. Be brave dear one only you know what is and what will be. . . Comfort always is our wish for you.
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Take care of yourself Nagi. Dozer is a wonderful member of your family and we appreciate you sharing him with us. Such wonderful memories you have, to hold tight when the emotions get a bit raw. Thinking of you all. Sending hugs and prayers.
Dozer🙏♥️🌹 Love and prayers with you and Nagi🙏
Best wishes and lots of love and hugs to you both 🤗❤️🩵 spend every moment together ❤️ Dozer will always be in your heart 🩵 I miss my beautiful girl everyday, but still feel her with me, our love never ends 🐕👩
Dearest Nagi.
Stay strong. Your beautiful boy knows that you love him to the moon and back. And all your readers love you and Dozer.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Dozer. 🙏
Oh Nagi.
I’m streaming with tears reading about your precious, precious, boy.
Offering you all much love and heartfelt understanding in these challenging & emotionally painful times.
Only last night, before reading your email, my partner put one of your books upside down on my countertop after using it and I quickly admonished him saying that Dozer must always be facing upwards and smiling in our kitchen.
Live just minute by minute now with your loyal & loving boy, appreciating as you always do, every aspect of his beautiful character both physically and emotionally.
Love you Dozer, love you Nagi
Sending love, support and understanding to Dozer, to you and to Dozer’s wonderful medical team.
xxx
Dozer dear boy 🐾 how loved you are. Nagi, Sending all the hugs to you and Dozer. This is an incredibly hard time to navigate together 🐾
Dozer is so lucky to have you and you him. He has touched the lives of us, his world wide pack. Being the mom of fur babies myself my heart breaks for you. You both are in my thoughts and prayers 🩵
Love to you Dozer & Nagi. I feel your pain . We love our pets and unfortunately we have to go through the pain of losing them. Stay strong.
Xx
Thinking of you and your team.