Sharon Jantzen, Author at SLO Horse News

Sharon Jantzen

Former Pony Clubber, Eventer and Dressage rider who balanced training and showing with getting a college degree (from Cal Poly SLO), becoming a wife and raising a family. Presently she is making Dressage comeback on her Connemara Pony Whisper as well as dabbling in Mounted Archery on a Rocky Mountain Gaited Horse, Carrera.

People - Who We AreJune 11, 2020<June 11, 2020

To, Through and Back to SLO County : A Newly-Minted Veterinarian’s Journey

Finishing out her last year at Cornell came to an early and abrupt halt two months before graduation. Across the country University hospitals closed to students. Elizabeth decided it best to make her way back “home” to the Central Coast where Megan Judge of Central Coast Polo welcomed her with open arms. Sharon Jantzen talks with newly-minted vet Elizabeth Peck about her journey of becoming a vet which takes her to, through and back to SLO County.

Happenings - Special EventsJune 4, 2020<July 23, 2020

The Power of Breathing Your Horse to Calmness

Horses feel tension in us and in their herd. It is one of the triggers of the flight or fight survival instinct. Becoming mindful of our breathing can help us communicate calmness to our horses and can rid us of the tension our horses respond negatively to. Sharon Jantzen shares her “aha” moment at The Movement 2019 to get us excited about The Movement 2020.

People - Who We AreMay 28, 2020<May 28, 2020

Keeping the Family Connection Through the Shutdown : Premier Ag

Premier Ag was deemed an essential business during the shutdown as they provide feed and other vital products for the horse, livestock and agricultural communities. Yet, several changes were made to survive the shutdown. Sharon Jantzen connects with Ashley Rider to get their survival story and what the future holds for this local business.

Collection Cues, Horses - Horse CareMay 24, 2020<March 13, 2021

Communicating All the Vital Pet Sitter Information

Are you ready to leave your animals in the care of a pet sitter? There are so many questions and scenarios to prepare your horse and pet sitter for. The answers can be planned before you leave town with the Horse and Pet Care Communication Kit.

People - Who We AreMay 21, 2020<May 21, 2020

Rising Beyond the Necessities at the Allgood Custom Leather Shop in Creston

Upon visiting Meagan and her western specialty goods store one walks away knowing that what she offers is indeed a necessity. She offers neighborly hospitality, and top-drawer personal service. Sharon Jantzen enjoys a visit with Meagan Allgood of Allgood Custom Leather Shop located in a special nook of SLO County, Creston, CA.