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flag Kristine Hicks, 51, of Texas, faces federal charges for running an unlicensed dog breeding operation, falsely claiming dogs were purebred service animals, leading to the seizure of 88 malnourished dogs and a potential 20-year prison sentence.

flag Kristine Michelle Hicks, 51, of Cumby, Texas, faces federal charges for operating an unlicensed dog breeding facility, “Giant German Shepherds,” without proper oversight from June 2024 to December 2025. flag Authorities seized 88 dogs in January 2026, finding them severely malnourished, diseased, and lacking medical care. flag The case stems from a viral video showing Hicks shooting a dog, leading to an investigation that uncovered wire fraud charges for falsely claiming dogs were healthy, purebred, and suitable as service animals. flag Some dogs sold were mixed breeds, untrained, and caused harm, including injuring a disabled veteran. flag Hicks appeared in federal court on March 23, 2026, and could face up to 20 years in prison if convicted.

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