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. ❤️
So much love to you and Dozer. Thank you for all the joy you have shared with us all these years. Wishing you both a sacred time this last bit of road <3
Sending much love to you both ❤️❤️
Hello Nagi… I’ve only recently started following you, but have enjoyed the recipes and stories. My heart goes out to you as you spend precious days with Dozer. Take care!
Aww, I’m blubbering like a baby over a dog I’ve never met and I’m more of a cat person! I know how difficult it is to lose a pet. It’s the hardest goodbye. Praying you get to take him home for all those hugs, kisses and pats…
You and your beautiful Dog are In my prayers as we speak he is healed amen
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I’m so sorry to hear about Dozer being ill! We have a basset hound, Daisy, who is the center of our family, so we get it! Thank you for sharing all the wonderful photos & stories of your awesome poochie dog!! God bless you, we are glad you can be with your dog, hang in there!!
Nagi, I am new to your website
(just a few months)but I want you to know how very sorry I am about Dozer!!! He was a wonderful dog!!! Adorable!!!
I enjoyed seeing the news you shared about him. You both are in my thoughts and prayers. He will not be forgotten. He was a special gift.
Thank you Nagi & Dozer for allowing to share in all the beautiful moments. Dozer – I hope your days are filled with so much love, hugs & pats and may you feel truely cherished and at peace. Nagi – I feel for you, I truely do. Not only are your recipes epic but it’s that Dozer is your front & centre and THAT’S what draws me in. You are a true animal lover and that makes you in my eyes a super special human. My thoughts are with you and Dozer. <3
Came on to look up a favorite recipe and saw the latest news on Dozer. He’s in my prayers, as are you. Find peace in the life you have had together ❤️.
Same…looking up my favorite roasted chicken recipe and saw this news!! My thoughts and prayers are with Nagi and Dozer during this time. Nagi, you’ve given him such an amazing life full of love, treats, and adventures! 🫶🏻
Thank you for always inviting us in
And for sharing it all with us, including this painful event.
My heart breaks for you Nagi. Loosing a much loved Pet is loosing a member of your Family. It’s the hardest thing. So very sorry 😞. Big hugs to you both xxx
We’ve all come to love Dozer. He has been a wonderful companion and has had such a good life showered in your love. My heart goes out to you both.
My heart is breaking for you. I have been following you and Dozer for many years. Sending love and support.
Just came on the site to follow a recipe 😢 so sorry, just remember that he’s had THE best life and is very loved, lots of memories forever ❤️
So sorry to hear about Dozer, such a lovely boy, thinking of you both xx
Dozer has brought us all so much joy. The circle of life is full of twists and turns. You both are so blessed to have each other. Please don’t worry about us. You both are in my prayers and please give him a hug for me.
Sending you so much love from Canada. Thank you Nagi for sharing Dozer with us.
May Dozer’s journey be peaceful ❤️
Dear Nagi, so sad to heat Dozer is so dangerously ill.
My love and prayers to you both.
David Sumner UK
So sorry to hear that Dozer is so unwell. Apart from enjoying your lovely recipes, it was always good to keep up with Dozer. Lots of love and prayers for you both at this difficult time. David Sumner, UK