The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is excited to announce the return of Barks and Badges, a signature community event hosted by Washoe County K9 Partners, on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Bartley Ranch Regional Park.
This family-friendly free event will run from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and features action-packed K9 demonstrations, interactive exhibits, and an up-close look at the tools and teams that help keep Washoe County safe.
Event Details:
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When: Saturday, May 31, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
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Where: Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000 Bartley Ranch Rd, Reno
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Admission: Free and open to the public
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Note: For everyone’s safety, please do not bring dogs or other pets
Event Highlights:
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K9 Demonstrations are happening hourly
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Special appearances by the Mounted Horse Unit and SWAT.
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Displays and equipment from the Sheriff’s Office, including:
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Search and Rescue Team/Special Vehicles Unit
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Partner agencies like REMSA and Truckee Meadows Fire and Rescue
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Local vendors, food trucks, and kids’ activities
Supporting Our K9s
Barks and Badges benefits Washoe County K9 Partners, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting the Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit. Through community donations, K9 Partners has:
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Funded nearly every K9 currently serving on the team
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Provided life-saving protective vests and helicopter-compatible deployment harnesses
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Supplied in-vehicle temperature monitoring systems to ensure K9 safety during patrols
This event offers a rare and rewarding opportunity to meet the deputies and K9s who serve our community—and to witness the dedication and teamwork that defines the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office.
Join us for a day of education, excitement, and community pride as we honor and support the extraordinary work of our K9 Unit.
About Washoe County K9 Partners:
Washoe County K9 Partners is a nonprofit organization that provides financial support for the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit through community donations, sponsorships, and events like Barks and Badges.
