Herdier

Herdier official artwork
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Herdier

Loyal Dog Pokémon

NORMAL

Herdier is a very smart and friendly Pokémon. So much so that there’s a theory that Herdier was the first Pokémon to partner with people.

Herdier is No. 0507 in the National Pokédex and is listed here as a Normal-type Loyal Dog Pokémon. Herdier is a very smart and friendly Pokémon. So much so that there’s a theory that Herdier was the first Pokémon to partner with people. This page brings together its key game data, including typing, abilities, base stats, evolution details, forms, Pokédex entries and moves, so it can be used as a quick reference before building out a deeper guide.

Herdier first belongs to Generation V. Herdier does not have a longer evolution chain recorded in the current local data. Its strongest listed base stat is Attack, which helps show where it naturally fits when comparing Pokémon by role. Its abilities can include Intimidate, Sand Rush and Scrappy, giving players useful options when comparing forms, movesets and team roles. The sections below are generated from the local Pokémon database and can be expanded later with matchup advice, best games to use it in, notable appearances and more detailed strategy notes.

Herdier at a glance

Type
NORMAL
Weak to
FIGHTING
Best base stat
Attack — 80
Abilities
Intimidate, Sand Rush, Scrappy (Hidden)
Next evolution
Stoutland — Level 32
Height
0.9 m
Weight
14.7 kg
Generation
Generation V
Growth rate
Medium Slow
Capture rate
120
Base happiness
70

Base stats

Hp65
Attack80
Defense65
Special Attack35
Special Defense65
Speed60
Total370

Type effectiveness

Damage taken when Herdier is hit by each type:

Weak to

FIGHTING

Immune to

GHOST

Based on Normal typing. Abilities may modify these matchups.

Evolution family

Level 16
Selected game context

Pokémon Gold and Silver