Hey, I’m Zathong and this guide is about Poochyena in Pokémon. Learn more about Poochyena’s type, abilities, weaknesses, evolution, name and location.
Type | Dark |
Height | 1′ 08″ |
Weight | 30.0 lbs |
Abilities | Run Away: Enables a sure getaway from wild Pokémon. Quick Feet: Boosts the Speed stat if the Pokémon has a status condition. |
Gender | ♂ ♀ |
Versions:
- At first sight, Poochyena takes a bite at anything that moves. This Pokémon chases after prey until the victim becomes exhausted. However, it may turn tail if the prey strikes back.
- 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 Name in Japanese and Languages others
Languages | Name |
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English, Spanish, Italian | Poochyena |
Japanese | ポチエナ (Pochiena) |
German | Fiffyen |
French | Medhyèna |
Origin | pooch: slang for ‘dog’ hyena: dog-like African mammal |
Poochyena Weaknesses
Weaknesses |
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Fairy |
Bug |
Fighting |
Poochyena Evolution

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Dark
Poochyena changes
- In Generation 3, Poochyena does not have the Quick Feet ability.
- In Generations 3-4, Poochyena has a base experience yield of 55.
- In Generations 5-6, Poochyena has a base experience yield of 44.
- In Generations 3-7, Poochyena has a base Friendship value of 70.
Poochyena where to find for…
Ruby Sapphire | Route 101, 102, 103 |
FireRed LeafGreen | Trade/migrate from another game |
Emerald | Route 101, 102, 103, 104, 110, 116, 117, 120, 121, 123, Petalburg Woods |
Diamond | Breed Mightyena |
Pearl | Trade/migrate from another game |
Platinum | Route 214 |
HeartGold SoulSilver | Route 1 |
Black | Trade/migrate from another game |
White | Route 9 |
Black 2 White 2 | Trade/migrate from another game |
X | Breed Mightyena |
Y | Trade/migrate from another game |
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire | Route 101, 102, 103 |
Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon | Trade/migrate from another game |
Let’s Go Pikachu Let’s Go Eevee | Not available in this game |
Sword Shield | Not available in this game |
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl | Spacious Cave, Dazzling Cave, Icy Cave, Stargleam Cavern, Glacial Cavern |
Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game |
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