South Dakota Animal Rescue Reaffirms: No Dog Is 'Untrainable' After Governor's Controversial Decision

Pierre, South Dakota, South Dakota United States of America
Governor Noem describes shooting Cricket due to poor behavior, including killing chickens and biting her
Noem defends decision and stands by account in memoir, sparking debates among animal rights groups and political parties
Paws Animal Rescue emphasizes commitment to finding homes for all dogs, even those with behavioral issues
South Dakota Animal Rescue refutes idea of untrainable dogs after Governor Kristi Noem's decision to shoot her puppy Cricket
South Dakota Animal Rescue Reaffirms: No Dog Is 'Untrainable' After Governor's Controversial Decision

South Dakota Animal Rescue Stands Firm: No Dog Is 'Untrainable' After Governor Kristi Noem's Shocking Admission

A controversy has arisen in South Dakota following Republican Governor Kristi Noem's recent memoir, in which she describes shooting her 14-month-old puppy, Cricket, due to its poor behavior. Paws Animal Rescue in the state is now refuting the idea of untrainable dogs after Governor Noem defended her decision to kill her puppy. The governor is a contender for Donald Trump's vice presidential running mate.

In her memoir, Noem details how Cricket, a female dog with an aggressive personality, had killed and eaten several chickens on the ranch and had also bitten the governor. The incident occurred during a pheasant-hunting trip. After the dog went 'out of her mind with excitement' during the hunt, Noem decided that Cricket was 'less than worthless' as a hunting dog and ultimately put her down.

Paws Animal Rescue in South Dakota has stated that they have yet to encounter a dog so untrainable that it deserved to be shot. The rescue center emphasizes its commitment to finding homes for all dogs, even those with behavioral issues, and encourages people to seek professional help before considering euthanasia as an option.

Despite the controversy surrounding Noem's actions, she has defended her decision and stood by the account in her memoir. The incident has sparked debates among animal rights groups and political parties alike, with some criticizing Noem's handling of the situation and others supporting her choice. As a contender for Vice President, Noem's stance on this issue is likely to be scrutinized further by both supporters and detractors.

In light of these events, South Dakota Animal Rescue reaffirms its position that no dog is untrainable and urges people to seek help if they are struggling with their pets' behavior. The rescue center hopes that this incident will serve as a reminder to always consider the well-being of animals and to exhaust all options before making irreversible decisions.


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Confidence

85%

Doubts
  • Is it confirmed that Cricket had killed and eaten several chickens before being shot?
  • Was Cricket truly a danger to people or just other animals?

Sources

92%

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South Dakota Animal Rescue Says No Dog Is ‘Untrainable’ After Kristi Noem’s Shocking Admission

The Daily Beast Full Legal Name: IACI (NASDAQ: IACI) About Us URL:➆https://www.thedailybeast.com/company/about-us➉ AJ McDougall Monday, 29 April 2024 00:54
  • Unique Points
    • South Dakota Animal Rescue is refuting the idea of untrainable dogs after Republican Gov. Kristi Noem defended her decision to shoot her 14-month-old puppy due to its poor behavior.
    • Paws Animal Rescue in South Dakota stated that they have yet to encounter a dog so untrainable that it deserved to be shot to death.
  • Accuracy
    • The governor's decision to kill her puppy, named Cricket, became widely known after The Guardian published excerpts from her forthcoming biography detailing the incident.
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (85%)
    The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy in the form of quoting from Noem's biography without questioning or providing counter-argument. Additionally, there is a false dichotomy created by presenting only two options for dealing with problematic dogs - either train them or euthanize them, ignoring other potential solutions.
    • The governor was widely viewed as a frontrunner in Donald Trump’s vice presidential sweepstakes until Friday, when The Guardian published excerpts from her forthcoming biography...
    • In her book, Noem reportedly writes that Cricket was “untrainable,” “aggressive,” and “less than worthless” as a hunting dog...
    • The organization said that its volunteer-run team had encountered all kinds of dogs exhibiting problematic behavior, and in every instance worked to “teach them manners” and find them the right homes. “Is euthanasia sometimes necessary? In certain situations, yes,” the rescue said. “When an animal is so sick that [its] quality of life is inhumane, then humane euthanasia may be the answer. When an animal has been so badly damaged by people or circumstances that it has demons it cannot overcome, sometimes maybe then too.
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

48%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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Opinion: Kristi Noem might have underestimated the decency of dog lovers

CNN News Site: In-Depth Reporting and Analysis with Some Financial Conflicts and Sensational Language Dean Obeidallah Monday, 29 April 2024 00:12
  • Unique Points
    • GOP South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem wrote in her book about shooting her 14-month-old puppy named Cricket due to the dog being untrainable.
    • Cricket killed local farmer’s chickens after escaping from Noem’s car, and bit Noem when she tried to restrain him, leading her to put the dog down.
    • Noem had considered the pup ‘less than worthless’ after it ruined a pheasant hunt by going ‘out of her mind with excitement.’
  • Accuracy
    • Cricket was described as a wirehaired pointer who was high-spirited and proving to be a handful.
    • Cricket killed local farmer’s chickens after escaping from Noem’s car, and bit Noem when she tried to restrain him.
    • The incident may have been intended to endear Noem to certain Republicans by demonstrating her toughness.
  • Deception (30%)
    The author expresses his opinion about the cruelty of Kristi Noem's decision to shoot her puppy Cricket. He also makes emotional manipulation by stating that most people would find it revolting and that they view their pets as family members. However, he does not provide any evidence or facts to support his claims.
    • The author states 'A 2023 Pew poll found that 97% of people with pets view them as a member of the family.'
    • The author states 'I found the passage of No Going Back in which Noem describes killing Cricket revolting, and I imagine most people among the estimated 65 million households that own a dog (and many who don’t) feel the same way.'
  • Fallacies (50%)
    The author makes an appeal to authority by referencing a quote attributed to President Harry Truman and mentioning that most people view their pets as family members. He also uses inflammatory rhetoric by describing the act of shooting a dog as 'cruel and horrifying' and 'revolting'.
    • “If you want a friend in Washington, get a dog,” goes the famous line’s attributed to late President Harry Truman.
    • “This is not a joke’: Sidner reacts to Kristi Noem’s anecdote about killing dog
    • “How did this cruel and horrifying act come to light?”, “Not surprisingly, the report about Noem killing the dog has led to a furor in the media and on the internet.”, “We love animals,” goes Noem on social media. “If you want more real, honest, and politically INcorrect stories that’ll have the media gasping,” she writes in a tweet.
    • “The fact is, South Dakota law states that dogs who attack and kill livestock can be put down.”
  • Bias (10%)
    The author expresses clear disdain for Governor Noem's decision to shoot her dog Cricket, using language such as 'revolting', 'cruel and horrifying act', and 'tough decisions like this happen all the time on a farm?' but not for the dog's aggressive behavior towards people or livestock. The author also implies that Noem's decision was unnecessary by stating that Cricket only killed chickens and bit Noem after escaping her car.
    • I found the passage of ‘No Going Back’ in which Noem describes killing Cricket revolting,
      • The passage of ‘No Going Back’ in which Noem describes killing Cricket revolting,
      • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
      • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication

      82%

      The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
      (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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      Defiant Kristi Noem defends killing farm pup amid criticism from Dems, GOP

      Fox News Channel Emma Colton Monday, 29 April 2024 04:03
      • Unique Points
        • South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem defended killing her 14-month-old dog, Cricket, due to its aggressive behavior towards people and livestock.
        • Cricket had killed and eaten several chickens on the ranch.
        • Noem described killing a ‘nasty and mean’ goat at the same gravel pit in her upcoming memoir.
      • Accuracy
        • South Dakota law allows for dogs who attack and kill livestock to be put down.
      • Deception (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
      • Fallacies (85%)
        The author uses an appeal to authority fallacy when she states 'South Dakota law states that dogs who attack and kill livestock can be put down.' This statement implies that because it is a law, it is justifiable to kill the dog. However, this does not address the ethical implications of the decision or consider alternatives. The author also uses inflammatory rhetoric when she describes Cricket as 'less than worthless' and 'untrainable'. These statements are not necessary to describe the situation and serve only to elicit an emotional response from readers.
        • ][South Dakota law states that dogs who attack and kill livestock can be put down.][/
      • Bias (80%)
        The author expresses a clear justification for her actions in killing the dog based on South Dakota law and the dog's aggressive behavior towards people. However, she also uses language that may be perceived as dismissive of the controversy by stating that 'it wasn't easy but often the easy way isn't the right way'. This could be seen as minimizing or downplaying the significance of killing a pet, which some may find biased.
        • Anyone who has ever owned a birddog knows how disgusting, lazy and evil this is. Damn
          • But then to plug your book at the end
          • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication
          • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication

          85%

          The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
          (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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          Trump VP contender Kristi Noem responds to backlash over story about killing her dog

          National Public Radio (NPR) Saturday, 27 April 2024 00:00
          • Unique Points
            • South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem is a contender for Donald Trump’s vice presidential running mate.
            • In her memoir, Noem describes killing a family dog named Cricket after the dog attacked chickens and bit her.
            • Cricket was described as an untrainable female with an aggressive personality.
            • The incident occurred during a pheasant-hunting trip.
          • Accuracy
            • Cricket killed local farmer's chickens after escaping from Noem’s car, and bit Noem when she tried to restrain him.
            • Noem had considered the pup less than worthless after it ruined a pheasant hunt by going ‘out of her mind with excitement.’
          • Deception (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication
          • Fallacies (75%)
            The author includes a dichotomous depiction of animal rights groups and Democrats condemning Kristi Noem's actions, implying they are uniformly against her. The author also uses inflammatory rhetoric by describing the dog as 'untrainable' and the governor stating she 'hated' the dog. Additionally, there is an appeal to authority from Wayne Pacelle of Animal Wellness Action.
            • . . . animal welfare organizations cried out Noem for killing the dog.
            • Wayne Pacelle, the president of Animal Wellness Action, said:
          • Bias (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication
          • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication
          • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication