FHSU Leadership 310, in collaboration with Western Plains Animal Refuge, is hosting Barkapalooza from 1 to 4 p.m. April 18 at Municipal Park in Hays.

Barkapalooza will be a fun-filled day of dog and owner activities, local business booths, and a prize drawing at the end. The cost of admission is freewill donation, and all proceeds will go toward the construction of a new facility to house animals.

The event will feature a presentation by Animal Control Officer Nikki Hausler from the Hays Police Department, a talent show for owners and their dogs, and a K9 demonstration by Ellis County Deputy Brian Shannon.

For more information, visit the Western Plains Animal Refuge’s Facebook Page. The organization was founded in 2006 by veterinarian Dr. Jessica Braun. The Western Plains Animal Refuge is a no-kill, nonprofit animal shelter run entirely by volunteers.