Inside PetSpace

A giant animatronic cat overlooks the interior of the new PetSpace in Los Angeles.

A giant animatronic cat overlooks the interior of the new PetSpace in Los Angeles.

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Aug. 27, 2017 8:16 AM PT

The new PetSpace in Playa Vista is dedicated to animal welfare and fostering the animal-human bond.

Inside Annenberg PetSpace

The entry area of the new PetSpace in Los Angeles.

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Inside Annenberg PetSpace

Quinn Kuehlewind, 1, and mom Jackie watch as dog groomer Nelson Quintero demonstrates proper grooming techniques.

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Inside Annenberg PetSpace

A cat awaits a new home. Yes, that is a TV.

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Inside Annenberg PetSpace

Matias Hirschmann, 5, right, and friend Reese Ogami, 5, play on a human hamster wheel.

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Inside Annenberg PetSpace

A slide for kids, who are encouraged to play on this “pet porch.”

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Inside Annenberg PetSpace

Dogs await adoption in their own suites.

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Inside Annenberg PetSpace

Children watch a rabbit presentation.

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Inside Annenberg PetSpace

A cat awaits a new home.

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Inside Annenberg PetSpace

Look up: That’s a giant animatronic cat greeting you at the new PetSpace L.A.

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Inside Annenberg PetSpace

Cats await adoption.

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Inside Annenberg PetSpace

A giant animatronic dog overlooks the entry at new PetSpace L.A.

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Inside Annenberg PetSpace

The Pounce Patio at the new PetSpace L.A., where people can meet their possible new BFF.

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Inside Annenberg PetSpace

Video stories on a monitor near the entrance tell touching tales about the powerful animal-human bond. This is about an injured war vet who was suicidal after he returned home... until a furry friend gave him a reason to live.

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Inside Annenberg PetSpace

Buttons for sale in the gift shop.

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Inside Annenberg PetSpace

The new PetSpace L.A. which is dedicated to animal welfare and fostering the animal-human bond, in Playa Vista.

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Inside Annenberg PetSpace

Quote by Wallis Annenberg on a wall inside the new PetSpace L.A.

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