OCONTO, Wis. (WFRV) - Most buses take kids to class, but the K9-Konvoy is strictly for four-legged pawed passengers.
The woman behind the wheel is a local dog mom in Oconto who took a chance on her true passion.
"May of 2023 was a point in my full-time career where I wasn't happy anymore," said K9-Konvoy owner Hope Mehlberg. "So, I decided I'm going to take a shot at myself."
That leap of faith turned into a complete success – transforming a simple bus into the "Ulti-mutt' ride.
Monday through Friday, 23 to 25 dogs jump aboard for the best field trip in town. They are headed to a private dog park.
"The park itself is three acres," said Mehlberg. "We have tire swings, tunnels, basketballs and soccer balls for them to play with."
When dropped off, they are given free range to roam and