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Symmetry & Balance Dog Grooming Webinar

(29 customer reviews)

LENGTH: 1HR 15MINS

Join Irina “Pina” Pinkusevich in this insightful webinar as she delves into a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of dog grooming – symmetry and balance. Discover the significance of aligning your grooming techniques with the natural structure of the dog, and learn invaluable tips and tricks that will elevate your grooming skills. Pina delves into the intricacies of canine structure on a wavy coated Wheaten Terrier, focusing on properly hand scissoring the key elements such as the profile, rear angulation, and parallels. Uncover the secrets to achieving symmetry throughout the grooming process, ensuring a harmonious and balanced appearance. Additionally, Pina will demonstrate the application of these principles in a round Asian Fusion style face demo on a curly coated Doodle, emphasizing the importance of symmetry in creating a well-balanced facial aesthetic.

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ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

IRINA “PINA” PINKUSEVICH
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Irina “Pina” Pinkusevich found her calling as a dog groomer after immigrating from Ukraine in 1989 and working part-time as a bather. She honed her skills at some of New York’s finest grooming salons before stepping into the competitive grooming scene in 2006. Pina quickly made a name for herself, winning prestigious titles like Best In Show, Best All Around Groomer, the Lynne Carver Award (twice), and the Liz Paul Memorial Award. She also triumphed at the Winner’s Circle Jackpot in 2011 and earned the World Dog Show’s World Champion Award. From 2008 to 2013, Pina was a proud member of GroomTeam USA, competing internationally and helping her team win a Silver and two Gold medals.

Beyond her achievements in grooming, Pina is celebrated as a judge, instructor, and speaker. In 2014, she was honored with the Cardinal Crystal Award for Judge of the Year and the Barkleigh Honors Award for Up & Coming Speaker of the Year. As a National Certified Master Groomer (NCMG) with the National Dog Groomers of America, she also served as a Certifier for many years.

Pina’s passion for education brings her around the world for conferences, seminars, and workshops, including the PM Mastery Series with Ann Martin. In 2021, she launched Niira to provide top-notch, affordable grooming tools. Her journey with Groom Haüs began at its inception, and in 2024, she officially joined as Education Director and co-owner.

Pina is also deeply involved with Kiyara Poodles, Kerryfield Kennels, and Krizma Kennels, where she has bred and co-owned numerous champion Poodles and Kerry Blue Terriers. Her dedication to excellence and education has made her a beloved, well-known, and respected figure in the grooming community for good reason.

29 reviews for Symmetry & Balance Dog Grooming Webinar

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    Shannon Day LaClair –

    Loved this one!

  2. Debbi Griffin –

    I gained new perspective in how to achieve symmetry; not doing one whole side then the other…but instead working side to side as you move through the different areas to set length off a center point….WINNING! can’t wait to try!

  3. Samantha Falcon –

    Great! Pina does a great way of simplifying things!

  4. brandylt92 –

    Love it! Thank you for your insight Pina!

  5. Sam Lavery –

    This course gave me lots of new techniques to utilize, and Pina did an excellent job of explaining why the order in which she scissors sections of the head helps achieve a balanced and symmetrical look!

  6. Francesca Bassett –

    Very helpful with someone who struggles with making things even without a guard comb the ear tip definitely will help with making that cute teddy bear Asian fusion face.The Wheaton terrier was very informative on how to get the curly coat into a neat and clean cut while being fast and officiant!

  7. skye_rickey –

    Great lesson on balance and symmetry without using guard combs. Lots of useful tips and tricks in this one!

  8. Samantha Zahner –

    Really enjoyed learning the proper way to actually set up a groom so that everything is symmetrical and that you’re not having to bounce back and forth.

  9. shauna_waugh –

    A must watch because everyone should know how to create symmetry and balance without the help of a guard comb. Great course.

  10. deniz_koparan –

    Thank you for the course! Especially about the legs ans symmetry

  11. Maria Ribot –

    Great. Learn how to do the Asian Fusion great webinar

  12. rosemarygaona923 –

    Super helpful for my pet trims!

  13. Colleen Leon –

    As a new groomer, this video was so helpful! Thank you:)

  14. jordan.turner –

    This course sets a clear guideline in order to achieve symmetry. I can’t wait to try some of these methods myself!

  15. Cristiane Lopes –

    Thank you Pina and Groom Haus for the great webinar!

  16. Ashley Melendez –

    The symmetry on the face is something I struggle with, definitely going to use some of these tips

  17. cara Mccarthy –

    I love pina’s courses! She’s amazing. I learned a lot of valuable info watching this.

  18. Alison Kim –

    Great class, thank you:)

  19. Heather Wolfe –

    Amazing information. Easy to understand! Thank you

  20. Karolina Pielichowska –

    Great course! Everything explained clearly from start to finish. Loved it!

  21. Ashley H. –

    Love love love! Love watching the groom start to finish and all the tips that will help me balance all my extra fluffy clients going forward!

  22. Melissa Yedra –

    Very helpful and informative! I learned quite a lot from the second half where she demo’s the Asian fusion face. I can’t wait to apply it to my dogs at the salon

  23. Alexis Cruz –

    Love this class

  24. Cas E. –

    Super helpful and informative! I always struggle with balance and symmetry, and with my dreams to go into competitive grooming some day, this was exactly what I needed to put myself on the right path!

  25. Marshello Arnold –

    Wowza, there was so many tips and tricks I just learned. The symmetry has always been a struggle. Well, tomorrow is Monday and I’m going to use allot of what I just learned. I’m so excited. Than You

  26. Grace Tull –

    Thank you for all the tips & tricks in symmetry & balance. It was very well explained. I really needed this.

  27. Karolina Grembecka –

    As alway Pina explains everything so well and gives so many useful tricks and tips. I especially loved the part with the Asian fusion face!! Pina simplified it so much! Also I hope the lump she found on Dylan wasn’t anything serious! (It was kind of funny when she said “I just found a lump!” and the intermission started 😂)

  28. Marci Montgomery –

    Everyone who scissors (and we all should) needs to watch this course to learn a clear method for achieving symmetry. Pina’s instructions and demonstrations are wonderful. Thank you for this essential class!

  29. Erika Ocasio –

    Great balance and symmetry without relying on guard combs

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