Hockey was about as cute as it could get on Thursday night, when as part of Military Appreciation Night at the Barclays Center, the puck was dropped by Charlie, a beautiful black Lab who’s currently training to be a veteran service dog.

He came along with some military personnel — the New York Islanders wore camouflage warm=ups for the occasion — and did a phenomenal job.

This good boy is sure to be a big help and a loving companion to whichever lucky vet he ends up with!