ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Grazia “Grace” Adriani is a Nationally Certified Master Groomer (NDGAA) and certified groomer with the International Professional Groomers (IPG). She graduated from the prestigious Merryfield School of Pet Grooming in 2015, where she also served as an instructor for several years. In addition, she became a Certified Feline Master Groomer (CFMG) through the National Cat Groomers Institute in 2014.
Grace’s career was shaped by apprenticing under renowned grooming experts Irina “Pina” Pinkusevich and Michael Lamb. Her passion for handstripping led her to work with Teraz Kennels, where she honed her craft, particularly with Lakeland Terriers. Captivated by the world of dog shows, Grace has shown and finished several champions, including her own CH Teraz Bringing Sexy Back (Justin) and CH Teraz Gotta Have It (Velociraptor). She currently breeds Kerry Blue Terriers and Lakeland Terriers.
A competitive Open Level groomer, Grace has earned numerous accolades, including Best Groomed Dog, Best All Around Groomer, and multiple Best in Show wins with her Lakeland Terriers Dunkin, Deuce, and Oscar. She was honored as the 2020 Barkleigh Honors Up and Coming Groomer/Competitor of the Year after being nominated in both 2019 and 2020. In 2021, she won the Groom Bowl Amateur Championship at the Atlanta Pet Fair with the Zolitta team and was awarded the Peggy Harris Kindness Award at the Fun In The Sun Grooming Show.
Since 2022, Grace has held the distinction of being ranked #1 in the country for handstripping and was ranked #4 in the National General Ranking. She is a proud member of GroomTeam USA and represented the U.S. as part of their Travel Team at the World Team Grooming Competition in Belgium in 2024, competing in the handstripping specialty.
Grace is also a member of the Artero Professional Grooming Team and has established herself as a sought-after national and international speaker, sharing her expertise at industry events around the world.
Currently, she owns and operates the highly regarded Miami Beach Pet Spa, where she grooms, teaches, and mentors aspiring groomers. When not traveling for competitions or speaking engagements, Grace enjoys spending time with her Standard Poodle Penelope, Kerry Blue Terrier Kona, and Lakeland Terrier Velociraptor.
Hunter Osborne –
Very great educational video!
Jamie Shue –
This was so helpful. Definitely learned a lot.
Agnieszka Stańczyk –
I loved that course, so informative <3 Thank you, Grazia.
kathy_parker –
Great course. So helpful in every way for a newbie like me. The little puppy was so patient too
spgguelph –
This was so helpful to have an introduction to handstripping. The tools and the thorough explanations is so very appreciated!
brleanne –
Very helpful. Would take more courses from her.
valleyfairytails –
Grazia explained so much in only an hour but it didn’t feel rushed at all! Really made me feel more confident in starting my hand stripping journey!
Sam Lavery –
Extremely informative and engaging course. Instructor was very detailed with instructions and descriptions of hand stripping tools, method and techniques. I have yet to try my hand at stripping, but after watching this course I feel I have a basic understanding of the theory and was given recommendations on how to start!
Hannah Scolf –
Great introduction to hand stripping, I watched this video before my first hand stripping class definitely gave me an edge!
rosemarygaona923 –
I loved how thoroughly Grazia explained the differences between the tools and demoed on the dog. I am a visual learner so this helped a lot, thanks!
Celine Mazzella –
This course is a must if you are new to hand stripping. Grazia explained the hand stripping process beautifully and left me with no questions.
Beatriz Figarella –
Totally enjoyed this webinar so many information now i understand better about Handstrip thanks
stylistsanchez1 –
very helpful, thank you grazia!
Christine Pierson –
Very nice refresher for me. Great video for a beginner or seasoned pro!
Krisan Webb –
Wow! I learned so much!!! ❤️❤️
yesmrstorrance –
This is the second handstripping basics course I have taken, and I learned even MORE new things. Thanks!
jinx.jasmin –
Loved the explanations of different hybrid-stripping options for clients with pet dogs rather than just info for show dogs! Especially when it came to timing and pricing. Also loved all of the information on tools, as well as the details specific for beginners.
rasa.mcgill –
Very, very helpful.
Kim Renew –
Great info on knife’s and stones and carding
Erkin Yiğit –
As always.
brien1 –
Great class, very instructive in a timely manner
brady.baker83 –
This was an awesome introduction to hand stripping and carding! Thanks so much for all the tips and tool options.
Lily Baez –
Grace is EXTREMELY informative and breaks everything down in a manner that u can really understand! If you are a beginner at handstripping, like myself, THIS is the course you want to watch. Grace’s attention to detail and step by step process made it feel like I was present during the video.
Kaveri Bhatt –
I am a beginner and this really helped me understand hand stripping better , the explanation on various tools and techniques were on point . Thank you !
Bee Martines –
A thoughtful demonstration as to how to introduce a puppy to hand stripping, slowly and playfully.
Miriah Green –
Very informative! Loved it
Donna Highwarden –
So much good info for beginners! I learned a lot in the hour.
Alexis Cruz –
Wow thank you
Kirstin Webb –
This was a great introduction to handstripping! I took 3 pages of notes. Thank you!
Melissa Frost –
Very informative.
Rachel George –
I watched this and now I feel so much more confident for private lesson next week! its so nice to have the knowledge to start of my hand stripping journey off right!
Caroline Appelle –
So helpful and loved how she explained things !
Zhouyi Galvis –
I love the instructor! Amazing class 💖
Paola Gomez –
wow thank you so much for all the information I really have now a better perspective
Cindy Bryson –
So helpful. Love the instructor’s style.