Ovi poses with Hook, a one-eyed pitbull mix. (Photo credit: MSE Foundation)

The Washington Capitals may have authored a convincing 4-2 victory last night against the Edmonton Oilers, but there was still lots of hard work to do at Kettler Capitals IcePlex today. And by hard work, I mean putting on glittery outfits and posing for photos with puppies. This year’s Caps Dog Calendar, done in association with Homeward Trails, is going to be one to remember (and also may fetch hundreds of dollars on eBay).

Nicklas Backstrom loves his hat.

Braden Holtby and his giant sunglasses pose with a peppercorn.

Mike Green holds a puppy like a baby.

Karl poses with his dogs.

The dogs in these photos are all available for adoption through Homeward Trails, minus Karl’s pups because they’re, you know, Karl’s pups.

Thanks to MSE Foundation’s Twitter account for posting the photos. Also make sure to check out the DC Sports Bog for some more photos.