South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem faces criticism from politicians and dog experts for the death of her dog

Politicians and dog experts are criticizing South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem for writing about killing a rambunctious puppy in a new book, leading to social media backlash. Experts suggest the puppy should have been trained, not killed, or other options considered. Some describe Noem as Cruella de Vil, while others question her judgment and impatience. Critics speculate the story was strategic for future political plans, causing further controversy. Dog experts stress the importance of proper training for hunting breeds like the wirehaired pointer Noem owned, criticizing her handling of the situation and offering constructive solutions for similar issues in the future.

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