I held his paw and slept by his side for 14 days in hospital. But it turned out, all the love in the world wasn’t enough to save him. Thus begins the final post on Life of Dozer.
My dearest Dozer,
You came into my life in my arms, holding you protectively. And after almost 14 years together, I held you in my arms protectively again as I said goodbye.
I was sobbing so hard, I forgot everything I wanted to say to you in our final moments together.
So I started writing this letter to you, to say all those things.
I wanted to reminisce about our wonderful times – the thousands of visits to the dog beach, all the wonderful food we sampled together, the cuddles, the neck-scratching-sessions, our road trips.
I wanted to thank you for spreading the joy that is you with readers all around the world, for happily coming along with me to meet readers at events, book signings, fund raisers, lunches, dinners, not to mention TV shows, photo shoots, and my gosh, we can’t forget our stint on Play School!
But as I sit here, typing away with tears streaming down my face, I realise that’s not what I want to say to you.
What I want to say is thank you.
Thank you for giving me your whole heart.
Thank you for giving me your unconditional loyalty.
Thank you for loving me just as I am, for all my flaws, for never caring what I weigh, what I wear, what I look like.
Thank you for always being there, my one constant through the good and bad times.
Thank you for making me smile, even on the hardest of days.
And thank you for trying so hard to stay with me as long as you could, fighting to heal until your very last day. I will never forget how deep you had to dig to find the strength for your rehab walk on our final morning together.
I know that one day, I will be able to look at photos of you again without sobbing. And I know all this pain I am feeling is because I loved you so fiercely and completely, and I wouldn’t trade it for a second I got to spend with you.
But right now, four days after saying goodbye, it feels like the heartbreak will never heal, like I will never smile again.
Rest in peace, my darling Dozer. I will never forget you, and I will never stop loving you.
Love,
Your mum xoxo
Thank you SASH
To the vets and nurses at the Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH),
Thank you for the extraordinary care, skill, and kindness you showed Dozer. Every moment, from the medical expertise to the gentle reassurance and cheering him on, meant more to me than I can say. Knowing he was in such capable, compassionate hands gave me comfort during the hardest days. I will always be deeply grateful for everything you did for my beautiful boy. – Nagi x
I don’t think i stopped crying for a good week when my beautiful cat died. It’s so valid, it’s so sad! 😥Sending lots of kisses your way!! Take care of yourself and I hope family and friends are making you lots of yummy comfort food xxx
Oh my gosh
So sorry to hear that Dozer has passed..😞
My ♥️goes out to you… xxx
He certainly was an inspiration for everyone that has read, watched as well as tested your wonderful food ..
RIP Dozer ♥️♥️♥️♥️
As well as many hugs for you Nagi..
Sheree
Oh Nagi – My keyboard is awash with my tears for you and for your best buddy. The joy and love you both oozed over the computer waves washed and moved us like nothing else we have experienced – so just simply – THANK YOU Nagi and Dozer!
You are a darling person with a caring, sensitive & warm spirit. How lucky Dozer was to have been loved so completely & for him to return it emphatically. A true partnership. Memories linger forever.
Maybe one day I’ll too be able to look at photos of your beautiful boy and not sob.
It brings back every painful goodbye I’ve been thru too. I’m so grateful to have that love ❤️
But as you said I wouldn’t trade it for anything, having the love of a faithful friend is worth every tear.
They don’t live as long as we do as they are born with pure hearts, we have many lessons to learn.
How lucky you both were to have the love, devotion and bond you did. Sending you so much love Nagi. Look for the signs, he won’t be far from your side 🩵
Oh Nagi 🥺 i am so sorry for your loss, sweet Dozer was the bestest boy, lots of love, Fancy, Snowbird, Bear, Leo & Nads 💞💕💞🫂💥💫
Rest in peace dear Dozer.
All my love and prayers are with you sweet Nagi.
I’m crying reading this Nagi.
Sending you much love and big hugs.
Such a beautiful relationship.
Dozer will be missed by all your loyal followers.
Losing your best friend is painful. Rest In Peace beautiful Dozer XXX
I feel your pain, Nagi. Saw this sign before: “Heaven is where every pet you’ve ever loved come running to meet you”!
Until then …
I am so sorry for your loss. Dozer was so special – thank you for sharing him with all of us. Keeping you in my thoughts and sending you so much love.
Dear Nagi
My heart breaks for you,
Dozer was the luckiest boy to have you , you gave him such a wonderful life
Thankyou for sharing your gorgeous boy
Take Care Nagi
And
Dozer run free in Doggy Heaven
Your so much loved and had the best mummy
Anne
♥️♥️♥️🌹🌹🌹
So sorry, Nagi. Our hearts are with you
Sending you big hugs Nagi.
I felt I Knew Dozer reading all about his wonderful life.
RIP gorgeous boy.
So sorry Nagi. Having met Dozer a couple of times at book signings I know what a beautiful soul he was Sending love.
Dear Nagi – saw the headline but cannot read the post yet as already have tears in my eyes. So so sorry and my heart goes out to you (plus to family & all at RTE/RTM). Dozer gave us all so much happiness, loads of smiles and a fair few laughs. What a wonderful boy he was – a much-loved family member and work colleague! He will always be in your heart and thoughts. Take time to grieve as it’s always very hard when they go. Much love xx
So sorry for your loss!! My deepest condolences to you and your family!
Oh Nagi, It’s like losing the best part of yourself and never getting it back.
Never a truer word spoken.
Heartbroken for you.
So sorry to hear that Dozer has passed..😞
My ♥️goes out to you… xxx
He certainly was an inspiration for everyone that has read, watched as well as tested your wonderful food ..
RIP Dozer ♥️♥️♥️♥️
As well as many hugs for you Nagi..
Sheree
Thank you for sharing Dozer with us as you have shared the joys in your life. Thank you for trusting us enough to share the pain of his loss. When I was young I read a book called All Dogs Go to Heaven. You know just where you’ll find him next time you see him.