Traveling from Auckland to Wellington with a dog? Trying to find the middle ground between cheaper and not absolute misery.
Details.
I'm move to Wellinton in October to settle in and start school in February.
My dog flies into Auckland the 2nd week of November. She has to stay at a quarantine facility when she lands for 10 days. At this point, I hope to be settled into my new living space in Wellington.
I plan to fly to Auckland and pick her up. After a full day of an inevitably tearful, emotional reunion, I'm thinking to stay one night in Auckland (maybe 2) to help her chill a bit after the flight and boarding.
Getting her back to Wellington is where I need help. Is renting a car my best/only option? Is there a train that will accept dogs? Bus rides? Would flying her to Wellington be a possibility? I'd really hate to put her back on a plane right away, but maybe a quick flight is better than an 8 hour drive....
If a car rental is just the easiest, best bet, does anyone have a recommendation on a company to book with that is fairly priced?
Any kind of details about importing pets is more than welcome! I'm in the shopping phase of getting quotes based on things I've read on this sub.
Thanks.