South Dakota Governor, a Possible Trump VP Pick, Discusses Euthanizing Her Dog in New Book

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem is once again making headlines, this time for a controversial story in her upcoming book where she details killing an unruly dog and a smelly goat. The book, titled “No Going Back: The Truth on What’s Wrong with Politics and How We Move America Forward,” recounts the story of Cricket, a wirehaired pointer that Noem was training for pheasant hunting.

According to The Guardian, Noem writes that Cricket’s behavior became uncontrollable, leading to an incident where the dog attacked and killed chickens and even bit the governor. Noem apologized to the family, compensated them for their loss, and ultimately made the decision to put Cricket down.

But the shocking revelations didn’t stop there. Noem also writes about a male goat on her family’s farm that she deemed “nasty and mean.” She decided to shoot the goat after it survived the first shot, claiming it was necessary due to its aggressive behavior.

The excerpts from Noem’s book have sparked outrage on social media, with many criticizing her actions as cruel and unnecessary. Even political opponents have seized on the story, using it to attack Noem’s character.

Despite the backlash, Noem defended her actions, stating that tough decisions like these are common on a farm. She urged readers to preorder her book for more “real, honest, and politically incorrect stories.”

While some may see Noem’s actions as a testament to her toughness, others view it as a distraction that could harm her political career. The controversy surrounding the governor’s book adds to a list of attention-grabbing moments in her political career, including her support for a controversial anti-meth campaign and a video praising cosmetic dentists in Texas.