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Poochyena Stats, Weaknesses & Evolution

Poochyena official artwork

Poochyena (#0261) is a Dark-type Bite Pokémon introduced in Generation 3. It stands 0.5 m tall, weighs 13.6 kg and has a base stat total of 220, with its highest base stat in Attack (55). Its abilities are Run Away and Quick Feet, with Rattled as its Hidden Ability. Poochyena is weak to Fighting, Bug, and Fairy attacks. It is immune to Psychic-type moves.

Poochyena is an omnivore—it will eat anything. A distinguishing feature is how large its fangs are compared to its body. This Pokémon tries to intimidate its foes by making the hair on its tail bristle out.

Poochyena base stats

  • HP: 35
  • Attack: 55
  • Defense: 35
  • Sp. Atk: 30
  • Sp. Def: 30
  • Speed: 35
  • Total: 220

Abilities

  • Run Away
  • Quick Feet
  • Rattled (Hidden)

Poochyena type weaknesses & resistances

Weak to

  • Fighting (2x)
  • Bug (2x)
  • Fairy (2x)

Resists

  • Ghost (0.5x)
  • Dark (0.5x)

Immune to

  • Psychic

Poochyena evolution chain

Poochyena level-up moveset

  • Lv. 1: Tackle
  • Lv. 4: Howl
  • Lv. 7: Sand Attack
  • Lv. 10: Bite
  • Lv. 13: Leer
  • Lv. 16: Roar
  • Lv. 19: Swagger
  • Lv. 22: Assurance
  • Lv. 25: Scary Face
  • Lv. 28: Taunt
  • Lv. 31: Crunch
  • Lv. 34: Yawn
  • Lv. 36: Take Down
  • Lv. 40: Sucker Punch
  • Lv. 44: Play Rough