Poochyena
#261 (Hoenn)
Best moveset for Poochyena
The best moves for Poochyena are Snarl and Return when attacking Pokémon in Gyms. This move combination has the highest total DPS and is also the best moveset for PVP battles.
Pokémon type
Evolution
There are currently a total of 2 Pokémon in the Poochyena family. Poochyena evolves into Mightyena which costs ?? Candy.
Standard game images
There is a very low chance that you can get a shiny Poochyena, which has the following appearance:
Summary
Poochyena is a Dark Pokémon. It is vulnerable to Fighting, Bug and Fairy moves. Poochyena's strongest moveset is Snarl & Return and it has a Max CP of 678. Poochyena evolves into Mightyena.
About
"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."
Base stats
| Attack | 96 | |
| Defense | 61 | |
| Stamina | 111 |
Max CP
|
Level 15 Research encounters |
290 View IV chart » |
|
Level 20 Max hatched / raids |
387 View IV chart » |
|
Level 30 Max wild |
581 View IV chart » |
| Level 40 | 678 View IV chart » |
Max CP with weather boost
| Level 25 (raids) | 484 View IV chart » |
| Level 35 (wild) | 629 View IV chart » |
Max HP
| Level 40 | 99 |
Size
| Height | 0.51 m |
| Weight | 13.6 kg |
Other
| Base capture rate | 0% |
| Base flee rate | 0% |
| Buddy walk distance | 1 km |
Best moveset for Poochyena
The best moves for Poochyena are Snarl and Return when attacking Pokémon in Gyms. This move combination has the highest total DPS and is also the best moveset for PVP battles.
All moves
| Quick move | Damage | EPS | DPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tackle | 5 | 10 | 10 |
| Snarl | 12 | 12.7 | 13.1 |
| Main move | Damage | EPS | DPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dig | 100 | -10.6 | 21.3 |
| Poison Fang | 35 | -19.4 | 20.6 |
| Crunch | 70 | -10.3 | 26.3 |
| Frustration Shadow | 10 | -16.5 | 5 |
| Return Purified | 35 | -47.1 | 50 |
The moves highlighted in green benefit from the Same Type Attack Bonus, and deal 20% more damage.
What counters Poochyena?
Poochyena is a Dark type Pokémon, which makes it weak against Fighting, Bug and Fairy moves.
The 5 strongest Pokémon you can use to beat Poochyena are:
- Pheromosa,
- Terrakion,
- Lucario,
- Zacian (Crowned Sword),
- Urshifu (Rapid Strike).
| Pokémon | Quick move | Main move | Effective damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pheromosa | Bug Bite | Focus Blast | 100% |
| Pheromosa | Bug Bite | Bug Buzz | 97% |
| Terrakion | Double Kick | Sacred Sword | 95% |
| Pheromosa | Low Kick | Focus Blast | 94% |
| Pheromosa | Bug Bite | Close Combat | 92% |
| Pheromosa | Low Kick | Bug Buzz | 92% |
| Lucario | Counter | Aura Sphere | 91% |
| Zacian (Crowned Sword) | Quick Attack | Play Rough | 89% |
| Zacian (Crowned Sword) | Metal Claw | Play Rough | 88% |
| Pheromosa | Low Kick | Close Combat | 87% |
These moves are calculated using type advantages / disadvantages, and including STAB. Click here for more info »
Most vulnerable to Poochyena
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These moves are calculated using type advantages / disadvantages, and including STAB. Click here for more info »
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