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. ❤️
Dear Nagi and Dozer, sending you lots and lots of love and hugs. Dozer, you always make me smile so I’m sending you a bigger hug! xxx
Hug tight and don’t let go until he tells you it’s time.❤️to you both
Hi Nagi, I’m 12,000 miles away but I feel that I know you and Dozer from your great website. I look for his escapades before the recipes! Not an easy time but he is surrounded by people that love him and things he loves.
💜💛❤️🐾
I hope you have many many more months with Dozer. There are no words to describe the depth and complexity of a relationship with such a precious animal. (with tears in my eyes) I so feel your pain. My precious dog and soulmate, Cody, passed away in 2022. I miss him every single day. My heart is with you both. ♥️🐾
I feel for you, enjoy the precious moments you have left
Dearest Nagi, your Dozer will leave you with your heart so full of beautiful memories, so in the future you will begin to remember this gorgeous dog with smiles in place of tears and a breaking heart. I am writing with tears in my eyes, as I too know how a very empty heart feels, With Love Marie. 🩷
So sorry to read about Dozer, you guys are definitely a great team and one of the reasons that drew me to your cooking. Hubby and I both love dozer and of course your cooking. Sending big healing hugs and well wishes.
God bless Dozer.
Magi, you are my go to for recipes. And I have enjoyed Dozer updates so much. We lost our 3 years old golden grand dog a few years ago and it was so hard! I still tear up when seeing pictures and videos. Stay strong! He is so loved !
Sending lots of love to you Nagi and Dozer. Unless you are a dog (or animal person) you may not understand the joy and unconditional love dogs bring into our lives. Sadly, our beautiful furry best friends have a much shorter lifespan than us. I have cried a thousand tears along with you and will continue to do so. So much love to you and thank you for sharing Dozer with us – he always makes me smile. 🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷
Nagi, so sorry to hear your beloved Dozer is unwell. He knows you’re with him, and hopefully you will have some more good times with him.
Hugs to you both.
Dear Nagi,
Thinking of you at this difficult time and sending lots of hugs and all my love to you and Dozer.
Patty from Texas
I am so sorry to hear about Dozer. He will be terribly missed. Prayers for both of you and a nice, tender hug!
Dear Nagi — My heart goes out to you and Dozer, who have been such a joyful team for all these years. He knows that he is loved, and what is more important than that? He will be missed by everyone who follows you online. And you will be surrounded by loving thoughts as you say goodbye.
Oh Nagi 🙁 I cried reading this. I’ve loved your recipes AND Dozer for 7 years now and he almost feels like a friend even though I’ve never met either of you. Just before I saw this post, I was wondering about Dozer as I know he is getting up there in years. It never gets any easier to make these decisions, even when we know the time has come.
I have fell in love with Dozer I have a fur baby too his name is Charlie and I can’t imagine my life without him 🥰
Love your work, love Dozer. Wishing you all strength and peace
Thankyou for sharing lovely Dozer with us. Sending lots of love to you both.xxxxx
Hello Nagi, Dozer will leave paw prints in your heart that will last a lifetime. I lost Bindi and Josh 28 years ago. i still have their collars and a lifetime of love and laughter. Take care.