South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem Defends Controversial Decision to Shoot Family Farm Dog in Upcoming Book Release
WASHINGTON, DC – South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem is facing backlash after revealing in her upcoming book the controversial decision to shoot and kill her 14-month-old puppy, Cricket. Noem defended her actions during an interview with Fox News, claiming that the dog posed a threat to her family, including the children on their farm. Noem explained that Cricket, a wirehaired pointer, was a working dog and had exhibited aggressive behavior, including attacking livestock and even …