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. ❤️
Life without a furry friend is so empty. I have just lost my dearest furry friend and now my life is so empty!
I am so lost without her! So I just keep talking to her as though she is still beside me, taking care of me. She did take care of me, making sure that I would be in bed at the right time. She would station herself in front of the refrigerator until I would get my lunch ready, and at the same time get something for her. Now my life is so empty, darn it, I am crying and I miss her so much!
When I stop crying I may write again, when I stop crying…
So sorry to read about Dozer. He looks like such a lovely boy. Hold onto all your memories X
Hugs to all. God Bless
I’m so sorry to hear about Dozer. I have to tell you that when I first found your site I went right to the Dozer part to read about the great times he was having with you. That was the reason I kept coming back to read more about him and I skipped your recipes…thoughts and prayers are with both of you. He’s a LUCKY DOG. God Bless
Big hugs to you both xx
I’m so sorry, he had a wonderful life by her side
OHHH Dozer. I am honestly a cat person but there is something about Dozer that warms all of our hearts. Most definitely enjoyed seeing his stories and pictures. Sending hug for you both!
I’ve fallen in love with Dozer through your website and the posts over the years. I wish both of you well and keeping my fingers crossed that he can get better, but like all good things in life this has to end and hopefully without Dozer suffering. Quietly slipping over to the other side.🙏🙏
My prayers and thoughts of happy Dozer days are with you. It is never easy.
Blessings to you and Dozer..we love you both and memories live on in your heart forever 💕…
Dozer has been such a joy seeing him enjoy your food. I only just bought your books last week and loved the photo of dozer licking one of the photos of food on your wall. I wish him a speedy recovery.
Dozer has been such a joy seeing him enjoy your food. I only just bought your books last week and loved the photo of dozer licking one of the photos of food on your well. I wish him a speedy recovery.
Nagi I am praying for you and for precious Dozer.
“Dog is such a small word for something that takes up so much room in your heart”.
Blessings
Dear Dozer,
I hope you know how loved you are. I hope you get better, and stronger, so you can go home with your mom. I’m sure she has many more delicious recipes and treats for you to try!
Every dog loving fan of yours and your mom’s is rooting for you!!!
Lots of love from
Mona & my puppy love Toby
Sending hugs to you both thank you for sharing Dozer’s life with us
All the best for your special last days together. I hope there are still many more.
Dear Nagi san
I am doglover and I have had three dogs.
When I lost them I was so much pain more than I lost my mother.
They helped my life in Australia if I didn’t have them I wouldn’t make my life in Australia.
Hugs
Feeling deeply for you both – and your loved ones. Such an awful but precious time, heartfelt love and thoughts especially to you and handsome cheeky Dozer
Although their lives are too short, the love of a dog is so precious and unconditional. Thinking of both you and Dozer at this difficult time. Hugs.