In a surprising revelation, South Dakota Governor Kristi L. Noem has admitted to shooting and killing a family dog and goat in her forthcoming book. The admission has sparked a wave of responses from elected officials and political groups across party lines, all expressing their love for animals and condemning Noem's actions.

According to an excerpt obtained by The Guardian ahead of its publication next month, Noem explained that she killed her 14-month-old wirehair pointer, Cricket, and a family goat on the same day. She described Cricket as "untrainable" and aggressive, noting that the dog had attacked another family's chickens and even attempted to bite her during a hunting trip. Noem also claimed that the goat was "nasty and mean" and posed a danger to her children.

The Democrats wasted no time in capitalizing on the controversy. The Democratic National Committee issued a statement on behalf of "the dogs of the DNC, aka the Dogmocratic Party," expressing their shock and urging voters to choose elected officials who do not promote such actions. The Biden campaign's rapid response team shared pictures of Vice President Harris and President Biden with their dogs, emphasizing their love for pets.

Meanwhile, Republicans who do not support Trump, such as former Trump aides Alyssa Farah Griffin and Sarah Matthews, as well as Meghan McCain, joined the chorus of criticism. Even right-wing activist Laura Loomer, a Trump ally, expressed her disbelief that Noem's actions could be tolerated in a vice-presidential candidate.

Animal advocacy organizations also condemned Noem's actions. Colleen O'Brien from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) stated that Noem lacked understanding of important political concepts, while Sara Amundson of the Humane Society Legislative Fund emphasized the need for more humane approaches to dealing with behavioral issues in animals.

In response to the criticism, Noem took to social media to defend her actions, stating that tough decisions like this are a common occurrence on a farm. She also encouraged her followers to preorder her book, titled "No Going Back," which she claims provides more real and politically incorrect stories.

Noem's admission has undoubtedly raised questions about her judgment and compassion towards animals, with critics arguing that her actions reflect a disregard for both animals and broader political values. As the controversy surrounding her book continues to unfold, the debate over animal welfare and political responsibility takes center stage in the political arena.