Welcome to Animals as Natural Therapy (ANT), an innovative, highly effective organization that empowers individuals of all ages through honest relationships developed with animal partners. Our experiential education programs challenge our participants, many with minimal socioeconomic opportunities, to expand their horizons in a safe, nurturing environment. Here, with the help of our farm animals and mentors, participants develop relationship skills that positively impact nearly all aspects of their lives.
WE OFFER a variety of Programs for preschool, elementary, middle and high school students; teens in substance abuse recovery; seniors at elder care facilities; veterans, and families living in transitional housing. We also offer Interactive Horse Wisdom workshops for adults seeking personal insight or healing.
90% of the youth we serve are low income and are unable to contribute financially to the cost of their healing work. Check out who we serve.
TO HELP fund a life-changing experience for a youth, click the Donate Now image at the top of the page or visit our Get Involved page, where you'll also find information on donating your time or energy.
We welcome all types of involvement--your contributions make our work possible!
At ANT, we seek to strengthen our community by developing healthy, resilient individuals through animal-assisted education and personal growth.
Our work is based on the knowledge that animals can reach a place in the human heart for healing that other modalities may not.
"At ANT, I was more than a case or statistic, more than a suicidal teen. I was a person, and I was in pain that words cannot express. Chaco, my horse, and the staff saw me for me. They did not judge my past or present circumstances, and that made all the difference in the world."
MW, program participant, 2003
Transforming our Community One Life at a Time!
We are proud to be a PATH Premier Accredited Center!
721 Van Wyck Rd. Bellingham, WA 98226 Ph/Fax: 360-671-3509
Office hours: M-F 9:00AM- 5:00PM Sat: by appointment Sun: Closed
