Animals as Natural Therapy (ANT) is a non-profit organization that offers animal-guided mental and behavioral health programs for youth, veterans, families, and elders. Their mission is to provide therapeutic experiential learning programs that help individuals develop important life skills such as respect for self and others, healthy boundaries, self-management, empathy, and clear communication. ANT recognizes the intuitive gifts of animals and values their role as therapeutic partners and healers in creating a culture of compassion for the benefit of all beings.