Invictus Games

'He's not a pet, he's my partner': How dogs support Invictus Games competitors

Watch: The vital role of dogs at the Invictus Games.

The Invictus Games is one of the most dog-friendly sporting events in the world.

This year's event in Düsseldorf was no different, with hundreds of dogs passing through the gates of the Merkur Spiel Arena to support their human companions - whether athletes or spectators.

But why were there so many dogs at the Games? We spent a day in Düsseldorf finding out.

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