Hockey and Hounds

Back from the Western Canada road trip, Flyers Head Coach John Tortorella and Jason Myrtetus breakdown the first two weeks of the 2024-25 season. The duo discusses early season mistakes and how the club can get back to a winning-style of hockey. This week, we're findind Chessie, a senior dog, a forever home. Though she is a bit shy at first, this girl warms up quickly with the help of some tasty snacks. Chessie has a loving personality just waiting to shine! She would thrive in a calm environment as the only dog in the household, allowing her the space to feel comfortable and appreciated. Chessie loves to play with toys and tennis balls and will bring you all the joy you could ever need. Chessie is open to meeting older, dog-savvy kids who understand her gentle nature and are willing to give her the time she needs to adjust. Learn more about Chessie at PSPCA.org. Age: 12 Years Old | Weight: 72lbs. | BReed: Boxer and Weimaraner Mix

Jason Myrtetus and John Tortorella recap the Four Nations Tournament and take a look at the Flyers' first two games back from the break, including several of the hot hands as of late. This week we meet King Silly, an 11 month old mixed breed pup with Philly PAWS who is full of joy and happiness! He absolutely loves to play and would do well in a home with someone who is eager to help him learn some tricks and understands that puppies have puppy energy! He’s very friendly with strangers and, while he may bark at unfamiliar people at first, it’s usually just his way of inviting them to play. King is still young and curious, which means he might get into a little mischief now and then. Because of this, he’ll need a foster/adopter who can keep an eye on him and provide gentle guidance as he settles in. In his previous home, he was comfortable around children and handled interactions well. He’d thrive in a foster home that can offer him attention, structure, and a comfy lap to relax in while he waits for his forever family. Learn more about King Silly at phillypaws.org Age: 11 months old | Weight: pretty small | Breed: Mixed

Brian Smith sits in for Jason Myrtetus this week on Hockey & Hounds and takes the opportunity to chat with head coach John Tortorella about what it's like on the back of the Flyers bench during games. We touch on his involvement with his assistant coaches, the team's video coaches, and the support staff. Later, we'll discuss the team's current situation and why it's leading to brighter days ahead. This week PAWS has asked us to re-visit Frog once again! Frog is around 10 years old and arrived to Philly PAWS last spring because his beloved owner passed away. He was so deeply loved by his owner and we are hoping to find someone who will adore this senior pup the same way. Frog has lived with a relaxed dog and cat in the past, so we think he could do so again with proper introduction. Being a 10 year old pup, Frog would love to live in a home without a lot of stairs for him to climb. He does have some arthritis in his legs, but you would never know it with the way he loves to chase a squeaky toy. Learn more about Frog at phillypaws.org Age: 10 Years Old | Weight: approx. 50 lbs. | Breed: Mixed

John Tortorella joins Jason Myrtetus from Montreal, where he's preparing for the Four Nations Tournament as an assistant coach with Team USA. They discuss the events leading up to the tournament, including Guy Gaudreau joining as a special guest coach, as well as the USA roster and what it was like watching the Eagles win the Super Bowl. This week we feature Tiberius, a special senior pit bull mix looking for his forever home at the PSPCA. Tiberius is blind and was found wandering the streets of Germantown, where he was picked up and put into the PSPCA's care. Tiberius needed some emergency medical treatment to address bladder stones and an infection, but that's behind him now and he is recovering. Tiberius is a sweet, blind pup with a big personality, a sweet, gentle soul and a lot of heart. The PSPCA veterinary staff calls him “the perfect angel baby,” and every day, they see his kind heart shining through. Despite his lack of sight, he quickly picks up on new routines and enjoys interacting with people. He thrives on verbal cues and is learning how to navigate the world in his own way. But no dog should spend their senior years in a shelter, and Tiberius deserves more than this. He deserves a safe home, full of love and peace, where he can live out his days surrounded by the care he’s always needed. His journey hasn’t been easy. He’s blind, lost, and facing the twilight of his life without the comfort of a family to call his own. But together, we can change that. Learn more about Tiberius at pspca.org Age: 7 Years Old | Weight: approx. 66 lbs. | Breed: Pit Bull Mix

Jason Myrtetus concludes the 2023-24 Hockey & Hounds season with Flyers head coach John Tortorella as they discuss the upcoming do-or-die end of the regular season. We also meet Kculli, a survivor of a dogfighting ring who was rescued by the PSPCA in November of 2021 along with 32 other dogs. The majority of these pups have found homes, but Kculli and three other are still waiting. There is nothing wrong with this sweet girl, despite her horrific past. She is a bit shy at first, but she opens up quickly and just LOVES people. She can live with kids, but not other animals.