Herdier

Herdier
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.
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
- FIGHTING2×
- 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
Type effectiveness
Damage taken when Herdier is hit by each type:
Weak to
Immune to
Based on Normal typing. Abilities may modify these matchups.
