Picture this: you’re settling into your cushy first class seat on a Delta flight, ready for a smooth ride from Seattle to Salt Lake City. Your 4 year old cat, Asparagus (aka Gus), is tucked into his carrier under the seat, probably a little confused by the hustle and bustle of boarding. Then, out of nowhere, a flight attendant swoops in with a line you’d never expect: “If your cat doesn’t stop meowing, we’re going to have to ask you to get off the plane.” Uh, what?
That’s exactly what happened to Janelle Rupkalvis on February 19th, 2025, according to her viral TikTok rant that’s been making the rounds.
Janelle, a travel influencer who’s no stranger to flying with Gus, was floored. “One, he’s a cat. Two, he’s not screaming—he’s just meowing because there’s a lot going on,” she said in her video. And honestly, can you blame Gus? Airports are chaotic, and cats aren’t exactly known for their chill vibes in new environments.
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