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 feel your pain – so sorry you had to let Fozer go. Very sad for you
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Rest in peace now beautiful Dozer.
Unfortunately our precious furry family members don’t live as long as we do but everyday was a blessing and joy for you both. Hold close all those precious memories close to your heart. Dozer will always be with you, he may come to you in your dreams, you may find feathers around in unusual places or just on your doorstep , his still there with you 🙏
Heartfelt condolences from Victoria, Canada. I’m so deeply sorry for your loss.
I’m so sorry Nagi for your loss of your beautiful Dozer.
Dear Nagi, we share the desperation of grief you feel when you lose a devoted companion who was everything to you. Dozer was and will remain an integral part of your life and of Recipetineats. Dogs give us all of themselves so how could we do any less? Be gentle with yourself.
Dear Nagi
Desperately sorry for your loss. Treasure the wonderful memories. You will never get over your loss, you will just learn to live with it, take your time.
Thinking of you.
Lucilla
I’m crying with you and for you and Dozer
I am so sad for you Nagi. Loosing a best friend and such an integral part of your life is devastating. Live on with your wonderful memories
Oh oh oh… I’m heartbroken. I’ve been exactly here, and it hurts so deeply. I never met the beautiful boy but I loved him along with everyone else. He was a lucky dog to have been so loved. Now he lives in your heart. X
Dear Nagi, I am so sorry about Dozer. In time you will learn to think about him gently, with fewer tears. I lost my 3-legged Leggy last year, also at 14. But I let it drag on too long, believing that I wouldn’t play God and decide when she would die. So I carried her around, put nappies on her, hand-fed her, bought her soft blankets, pillows and softer mattresses. In the end she could barely lift her head to eat a few mouthfuls and became painfully thin. And I realised that I was not doing her a kindness, so we drove to the vet together for the last time. Her ashes are now in my dressing table.
I wish you strength and peace and only memories that bring a smile.
Dear Nagi
What a truly beautiful tribute to an amazing dog and companion. He was a very lucky boy to have such a beautiful owner .
Dear Nagi,
I’m so sorry for your loss. It was a lovely dog!
RIP Dozer a true doggie legend. You became as famous as Lassie and Rin Tin-tin and will be sorely missed.
Nagi my most sincere condolences to you for the loss of your best friend.
Dozer, an angel without wings called home.
I’m so so sorry. Dozer was such a gift to you and you were such a gift to Dozer. Soulmates come in different forms, sometimes with 2 legs but often with 4 and hairy.
Wish I could change things and make our beautiful fur babies last forever. Their unconditional love is beautiful.
I think that Dozer will never be too far away from you Nagi giving you comfort and shadowing you at home and especially in the kitchen. 🩵🩵🩵
Sending love and hugs 🩷
Dear Nagi
I feel your pain and I’m sorry for your loss,I do hope that in time the pain will lessen as it does
.Thinking of you and sending love 💕
So, so very sad. I feel your grief and I feel your love. My heart breaks for you. I also feel that your love was so great and so expansive, that he will always be around you, guiding you. xoxo
So sorry for your loss. What a lovely friend he was
Rest in Peace Dear Sweet Dozer.
Love you forever and ever.
Nick 🐾🐾🐾❤️❤️❤️❤️
I know in time you will remember only the happy times and we are all blessed to have shared in your beautiful Dozers life.
My deepest condolences.
I love my dog, (a pug called Pluto), like my second son.❤️❤️