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. ❤️
Dogs take so much of our hearts when they go. Beautiful animals, man’s best friend x
Dear Dozer, My Chooch and all of heaven is waiting for you.
Thank you for sharing your journey with Dozer. I haven’t known you other than your recipes but I was lifted up by the love you have shared with us about your beautiful friend and your generosity in doing so. Thank you. Lots of blessings for the rest of the time you have together.
Dozer has helped you bring so much joy into so many followers lives via social media, your cookbooks and the children’s book! Make the most of your time with Dozer knowing we are all thinking of you and the extended Recipetin family. 🐾 🥺🥰
My heart goes to you and the stories of Dozen the amazing dog 🐕
My border collie is 15 and time is creeping up on her too. ❤️❤️❤️🐕
Love and hugs to you both, you have given Dozer a wonderful life and he knows just how much you love him.
Feel the hugs from the nation and beyond. So very sorry x0
Oh dear. I feel your pain. I (we) said goodbye to our 16yr old Daschund mid Jan this year. It was her time and she lived a good life. Miss her lots.
Good morning Nagi from Georgia in the USA. Thank you for the update on Dozer. My heart goes out to you and Dozer. I pray you have a little longer with your boy.
Oh Nagi, I am crying for you, I know what you are going through. Cherish every moment you have left, dogs were put on this earth to teach us unconditional love, but they cannot stay here long enough. He knows you love him and will allways be by your side. It is an honour to have something that makes it so hard to say goodbye. Love to you both.
Our hearts go out to you Nagi, what an amazing mum you have been to Dozer. He has had an amazing life & it has been a joy to follow both your stories. Our pets are so precious to us & all we want to do is love them & keep them safe. You are a beautiful dog mum x
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Dozer was an international treasure—loved far beyond borders. Your stories brought him into so many lives, including mine, and you both gave me real joy. Sending you warmth and care as you hold his memory.
Oh Nagi, my heart breaks for you and Dozer. May your remaining time together be filled with all the love and joy you bring each other. You are surrounded by love and support from your tribe, big hugs to you and your beautiful Dozer.xx
Have loved watching You and Dozers story over the years and your special relationship. I pray Dozer can come home to have some more time with you. Dozer is so loved by us all. He has had an amazing life with you and been so loved. Sending love, hugs and prayers to you both. It is so hard to say goodbye but you know in your heart when the time is right. 🙏💔
Dozer. Our fur babes just don’t live long enough to be with us for our whole life. But he was yours for his whole life. Best times. Hold your wonderful memories tucked safely in your heart ❤️🐾
Oh Nagi, big hugs to you and cuddles to Dozer. 😘
We love you, Dozer! Thank you for putting smiles on our faces all these years. We will continue to pray for you. Nagi, you are in an unimaginable spot at the moment. I hope you know how much we all pray and hope with you. Be strong!
Oh, Nagi,
I have loved watching 👀 Dozer ‘helping’ in the kitchen! Supervisor, chief taste tester, photographic model and media advisor. Sending you and Dozer best wishes and much love. You’ve been very fortunate to have had this time together ❤️
It’s hard to put into words just how much of an impact you and Dozer have made on so many people. My heart goes out to both of you. It must be so comforting for Dozer to know how much love you have for him. You are both such special beings. Strength and love to both of you ❤️ 💛