Hello! I am Mariah Ward, author of Tiger Tales All Things Animals and an absolute animal enthusiast! Ever since I could remember, I have been deeply in love with all things animals. As a child, I'd often disappear into my backyard turning up rocks and dirtying up my clothes as I tried to discover some new insect friends to play with. Having a passion for animals has taught me many useful things and has made my life so much richer. I can honestly say I am a kinder, happier and better person as I live my life with a deep compassion for other living things. I hope to share some of this with you through this blog!

I have decided to pursue a life path alongside the animals I care so deeply for. I am currently attending Dalhousie University learning all about animal behaviour. In my time at Dalhousie I have had the great opportunity to work with canines who are doing some very important health and conservation research. I have also had the opportunity to do some research on dolphins and whales! These animals never cease to amaze me, I hope you can receive the same enjoyment from my stories of them as I have through experiencing them!

I've been given many amazing opportunities to work with the animals I love. I will be updating this blog with my personal experience of loss and success of animals I have encountered while working at an animal rehabilitation centre.

Animals have so much to offer teach us, whether it be about humility, loss, joy, or just plain laughter! I hope that his blog inspires you to go outside and discover your own stories and learn some new things about the other beings we share this earth with. As my dog would say, don't be afraid to get your paws dirty!