My Top-10 Reasons Veterinary Practice is akin to a Ministry (David Letterman-like)

10.  People expect both to work cheerfully on Sundays and Holidays

9.  People expect both to be understanding and compassionate even though their patrons blatantly ignore the advice they are given

8.  People are happy to call day or night, even though they have no intention of contributing money to the cause

7.  People think families of these professionals somehow do not require their parents or spouses to be present at important times

6.  People think the knowledge these professionals have sacrificed to gain is somehow a free commodity to be poured over the earth, and that they are doing some kind of favor by asking and receiving

5.  People disbelieve and argue with the obvious truth

4.  People work to test the boundaries of Christian charity and resolve

3.  People think the physical plant and on-going expenses are paid directly to God himself

2.  People come for help but already have all the answers

1.  And, every now and then, a Miracle happens!