Armant

Question 1

Is the Armant good with children?

Answer

Unfortunately, the Armant is not automatically well suited with children and we would not recommend for homes with very small children unless early socialization with children is taken seriously.

Question 2

Is the Armant friendly with strangers?

Answer

The Armant is about average in how friendly they are with strangers. They can be timid or protective, but with proper training and socialization can be fine for any household.

Question 3

Is the Armant friendly with other dogs?

Answer

The Armant is not naturally friendly with other dogs, but with a good amount of early socialization as a puppy they can learn to get along with most breeds of dog. Proper training is required before letting the Armant go off-leash or to dog parks.

Question 4

Does the Armant like to cuddle?

Answer

The Armant loves physical affection and cuddles. If you're looking for a cuddle partner you may have found the one!

Question 5

Does the Armant like to play?

Answer

The Armant will almost always be ready for play! The Armant is great for a family with children, or otherwise, an environment that is always ready for play.

Question 6

Does the Armant make a good service dog?

Answer

Historically, the Armant has never been used as a service dog and really would not be a good fit.

Question 7

Is the Armant good for first-time owners?

Answer

The Armant is not the easiest breed for first-time owners, but can certainly still work out if the owner is willing to put the time into training and exercise.

Question 8

How well can the Armant be trained?

Answer

The Armant is about average when it comes to training potential. The Armant can be seen in competitions and can have advanced training, but it would require much dedication and oftentimes professional training.

Question 9

Does the Armant shed a lot?

Answer

The Armant does shed, but less than average.

Question 10

Is the Armant easy to groom?

Answer

The Armant requires a good amount of grooming work. It is possible to do it yourself, but you need to plan on dedicating weekly grooming sessions at the minimum.

Question 11

Does the Armant need a lot of exercise?

Answer

The Armant requires some daily exercise, but daily walks should be enough. The Armant appreciates going outside and on daily walks, but they will be ok without anything overly athletic.

Question 12

How smart is the Armant?

Answer

The Armant has average intelligence. They are smart and witty, but do not need to be constantly challenged mentally, as some other breeds.

Question 13

How much does the Armant bark? Does the Armant bark too much?

Answer

The Armant barks a lot. This is important to consider with your living situation- will it be ok when you leave them at home alone or will they disrupt the neighbors? The Armant will oftentimes bark just to express their thoughts... even just to be heard!

Question 14

Is the Armant a good guard dog?

Answer

The Armant is not typically used as a guard dog, although they can be alert and oftentimes notify you if there is a stranger at the door or otherwise something to be concerned over.

Question 15

Is the Armant good at staying alone? Is the Armant independent?

Answer

The Armant considers their owner part of the "pack" and hates being left behind. This can be a good thing for someone looking for an emotional support dog who is loyal and always by their side, but bad if the dog will need to be left at home alone for extended periods.

Question 16

Is the Armant a good apartment dog?

Answer

The Armant is an excellent dog breed for an apartment. Some daily exercise is still important, but if they get that then the apartment will be more than enough for them to call home.

Question 17

How big is the Armant?

Answer

The Armant is one of the smallest dog breeds- suited well for apartment living and very convenient for travel.

Question 18

How much does the Armant tolerate hot weather? When is it too hot for a Armant?

Answer

The Armant can tolerate some heat, but should not be over-exposed to hot weather. In general, they can live in hot weather climates, but would do best with air conditioning or at least a fan in their home, especially where they sleep.

Question 19

How much does the Armant tolerate cold weather? When is it too cold for a Armant?

Answer

The Armant does not tolerate cold weather at all, and we would not recommend having a Armant if you live in a cold weather climate.

Question 20

Does the Armant try to run away?

Answer

The Armant is very unlikely to run away. Of course, precautions should always be taken, and every dog is unique, but with a Armant it is very likely they will naturally follow you, even when they are off-leash.

Question 21

Is the Armant a healthy dog? The health of a Armant should be measured not just by how many years they live, but also by how many health issues they've had. It is important to know which health conditions your breed is prone to- hip problems, eye problems, bloating, and arthritis are all common dog health problems.

Answer

The Armant is very healthy, but it is still important to feed the Armant high-quality food and to live a healthy lifestyle.

Question 22

How energetic is the Armant?

Answer

The Armant has some energy and requires daily walks, but overall the Armant has less energy than average.

Question 23

How much does the Armant drool?

Answer

The Armant does not drool at all.

Question 24

Does the Armant have a large prey drive? Does the Armant like to chase birds, cats, and other small animals?

Answer

The Armant has some prey drive, so should not be left alone with very small animals such as birds, mice, or gerbils, but with some gradual introduction should be fine living with a cat in the same home.

Question 25

Is the Armant atheltic?

Answer

The Armant can have athletic moments, and bursts of speed, but does not have the endurance as other highly athletic dog breeds. They would do great for occasional jogs, but probably not the best for long-distance runs or anything more athletic than that.