FLYERS in the US have been given a "a friendly reminder" of a rule involving live objects.

The tongue-in-cheek message comes from the Transport Security Administration (TSA).

In a post on X , formerly Twitter, the TSA announced the clarification of the rules around scans.

It stated: "Today is national take your cat to the vet day.

"As a friendly reminder we are not the vet, and our machines are not 'CAT scans'.

"DO NOT put your pets through our X-ray machines.

"If your feline is feeling frisky, ask to speak with a supervisor for private screening options."

In the video accompanying the post, travelers are shown how "live" objects – such as dogs or cats – should be passed through security.

Restricted items – live lobsters

While cats and other animals can be taken onboard, the T

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