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
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. ❤️
My heart breaks for Nagi, I desperately hope he pulls through for a while longer. But any way it happens, there will be a million people around the world with shattered hearts when his rainbow bridge appears to be crossed. And thanks to Nagi, Dozer will live forever!
Best wishes Nagi for you and Dozer, lovely boy🐾💙🐾
I have been where you are several times. Love as much as you are and Dozer will honor that and love you for that.
Our dogs lived till 16 and 17 had two sets, and yes it is sad but they have love….xo
Sending huge hugs and love to Dozer and you. Travel gently
Precious Nagi. Sending love and hugs to you from Mississippi.
Oh no, I am so very sorry this is happening. You are both in my heart, sending my love. Please take as much time off to be with Dozer and heal your breaking heart. We will all wait for your return when you are able. There isn’t a person who follows you that is not feeling a heavy heart right now. Give Dozer all the love and attention that he so deserves. We will wait for your return whenever that will be. 😢😘🙏❤️🩹
My heart and love go out to Dozer and you, his mommy. You are both in my prayers. 🥹🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️🦴
I am so sad to read this Nagi and understand your pain so well. Dozer is one lucky doggo to have so much love ❤️
Oh, Nagi. Dear Dozer is the goodest boy & has been your heart all these years.
Just be with each other & make the most of this time. Know that even when he must leave this world, he will live forever in your heart.
Sending you both love & big hugs. 💓🫂🫂💓
I went through all of these emotions in December when my girl came to the end of her time. But I wouldn’t trade any of the years I had with her for anything. When we give our hearts to a dog, it’s theirs forever. Anyone can see how much you love Dozer. And how much he loves and trusts you. Peace.
Oh, Nagi, my heart goes out to you. I know that you will make whatever time Dozer has left with you the best that he could have.
Take good care of yourself
Sending love and prayers for you both… 💔🙏😔🤗
Nagi, I am so sad for you. Dozer is a very special dog and you and he are so lucky to have shared so much joy the past years. He will never be forgotten by everyone who has ever had the luck to get to know him through your blog or in person. Please take all the time you need. Your community loves you and Dozer.xoxo
Sending lots of love and hugs to you and your beautiful Dozer ❤️
My eyes teared and my heart sank when I read the headline. I am so sorry the time has come but he will not be forgotten. He is alive in your cookbooks and the memories will be there as we look at and use your excellent recipes. I always looked at Dozer’s page before I read the recipe–and now I’ll miss doing that. Nagi, stay strong. We know that you will and I send my love. You are a very special person and always know that Dozer had the best life ever. He will always be with us.
Oh dear Nagi & Dozer…You have all my love & prayers coming to you to stay strong for many more days for your life on your future together & around the pages of Recipe Tin Eats. God Bless you Dozer..I will be thinking of you XX Will wait to hear how you come along sweet boy XX
Feeling for you Nagi as you go through this final journey of Dozers life it’s never easy but know your many Facebook friends are supporting you with love
For Dozers final chapter let him enjoy any food he wants including JBs French treats. He deserves to go out in style fit for the king he is. Huge hugs Nagi, saying goodbye to our furbabies is very hard indeed, but the joy they have given us are the wonderful things to remember them by ♥️♥️♥️
My heart goes out to you, Nagi. We’ve all loved following Dozer’s stories and feeling his presence through your posts, blog, and videos. He will be so deeply missed but never forgotten. Thank you for sharing him with all of us. Sending you so much love and hugs during this incredibly difficult time, and keeping Dozer in my prayers.
Sending Dozer and you Nagi lots of love,and kisses xxx
Thinking of you and Dozer, Nagi! You have given him the BEST life, with so much love and treats. Thank you for sharing this with us. All our love ❤️ x