In a shocking revelation, one of the leading contenders to be Donald Trump's pick for Vice President, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, has come under fire for admitting to shooting a pet puppy she claimed to have "hated." The stunning admission is detailed in her upcoming book, "No Going Back: The Truth on What's Wrong with Politics and How We Move America Forward."

The revelation about Governor Noem's actions towards the dog, named Cricket, has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation. The book, which is set to be published next month, has already created a storm with its controversial content. The Guardian obtained an advanced copy, and the disturbing accounts of animal cruelty have ignited a firestorm of criticism.

According to the book, Governor Noem considered Cricket "untrainable" and "less than worthless" after the puppy disrupted a pheasant hunt, frightened away birds, and eventually attacked a group of chickens. She describes the dog's relentless aggression, admitting that it even tried to bite her. Governor Noem claimed that due to Cricket's behavior, she had no choice but to put down the dog.

In addition to the puppy, Governor Noem also admitted to killing a "nasty and mean" male goat owned by her family. She described the animal as an aggressive menace that frequently chased her children, causing harm. Missed shots led Governor Noem to retrieve additional ammunition from her truck before finally executing the goat.

Critics have been quick to condemn Governor Noem's actions, labeling her as "sick and twisted" and "trash." Former White House deputy press secretary Sarah Matthews expressed disbelief that Governor Noem would proudly write about such deeds. Rick Wilson, a member of the anti-Trump group, The Lincoln Project, accused Governor Noem of laziness in training bird dogs and emphasized that there are alternative ways to handle such situations humanely.

Animal rights activists, including Colleen O'Brien, senior director of PETA, have strongly denounced Governor Noem's actions. They argue that her decision to shoot the animals instead of finding alternate solutions demonstrates a lack of compassion and understanding.

Despite the mounting controversy, Governor Noem seems undeterred and even doubled down on her stance while promoting her book. She defended her actions by stating that tough decisions like these are not uncommon on a farm and referred to having recently euthanized three horses. However, her justifications have done little to mitigate the public backlash.

As the November presidential election draws nearer, Governor Noem's admission is likely to have a profound impact on her chances of being selected as Donald Trump's Vice Presidential running mate. The controversy has ignited a debate over animal cruelty, raising questions about Governor Noem's character and suitability for higher office.

It remains to be seen how this revelation will affect Governor Noem's political aspirations, but one thing is certain: her admission has ignited a virtual firestorm of condemnation and prompted discussions surrounding the treatment of animals and the need for compassion in politics.