Bev,
it's not a question of loving the work; it's a matter of not being allowed to practice good medicine and actually help the majority of the animals. The worst words a veterinarian can hear are "I can't afford to save him so put him down." My reaction is always "I can't afford to lose him. How can we keep him alive?" Even if I can't afford it financially. I will always find a way.

I understand your frustration. I would have reacted much the same way. Finding a place outside of veterinary medicine is probably the best of all worlds. I wish you continued success.

Jim