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. ❤️
Dozer has and is having a great life with you! No one could ever replace you and your love for him! I just love ever word you have shared with your dear followers! My heart goes out to you with deep love for you and Dozer.
Holding you both in my thoughts. Our fur babies hold a piece of our hearts, and take it with them. Sending hugs 🫂 ❤️
Belly rubs for Dozer, such a brave boy 🥹 Thinking of you, sending loads of love xx
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Dearest Nagi, You are soley the reason why Dozer is fighting on with you here today. Your infectious laughter and all the love you offer dear Dozer has been the greatest medicine of all time.
Prayers and hugs to you and Dozer.
You and Dozer are in my heart.
Nagi, I’m holding both of you in my heart as I sit bawling on the sofa. Stormy is running around in the backyard or she would be licking away my tears. Their lives are too, too short. Peace. 💔
Our fur babies fill a large place in our hearts. Thinking of you & Dozer and hoping your wish to have him home comes true. 🩵
Hugs & kisses to Dozer. I’ve been following Dozer (& of course Nagi) over the years. Your golden lashes always makes me smile.
Dear Nagi,
Our thoughts and prayers and love go out to you at this stressful time.
We can understand your pain and anguish as we also have a 13 year old Goldie, Mishka, with bad arthritis.
It is so hard to see them suffer.
We will pray for Dozer’s comfort and peace.
Love from Mishka and her parents 🙏🤗
Dearest Nagi and Dozer, what a special love and bond between you two. Thank you for sharing your beautiful adventure, sprinkling laughter and joy over every recipe, every story.
Just reading this is making me cry. I love you and your terrific dog, good food and good fun. My best thoughts go out to you.
I’m so sorry hearing about Dozer! Love to you both!
Oh Nagi, I’m so sorry this is happening. The SASH are excellent, we took our ragdoll girl there many years ago. All the best Dozer, I hope you get home for some well deserved last treats and cuddles
My heart breaks for you…..it’s so hard to lose a dear pet friend that has become an integral part of your family. Prayers for you and Dozer during these last days.
My heart goes out to you both. Such a hard time but soooooo many fabby memories. Sending love and hugs from Scotland xx
Wishing Dozer comfort and stability for his remaining days. He will always be a source of deelightful memories for you and all of your very loyal fansn
I know how you feel after losing our NICKY
Vibing all the sweetest love thoughts to you and dear, dear Dozer. He has been loved on, and laughed with, by so many, here in Aus and right around the world.