Fidough is technically a pre-evolution of Dachsbun, but it holds its own in formats where Eviolite is allowed. Dragon moves can't touch it, and only 2 types hit it super-effectively. Part of the Gen 9 roster. Known as the Puppy Pokemon.
Nothing fancy in Fidough's spread. It leans physical with Defense out front. And you'll get 1 Speed EV per KO for it. Follows a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
This Pokémon is smooth and moist to the touch. Yeast in Fidough’s breath induces fermentation in the Pokémon’s vicinity.
The yeast in Fidough’s breath is useful for cooking, so this Pokémon has been protected by people since long ago.
Fidough Weakness
GoodType-wise, Fidough takes extra damage from Poison and Steel. Dragon moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. Fidough's Fairy typing only leaves 2 gaps to cover.
Fidough is the base form in a two-stage line leading to Dachsbun. Check the evolution method below. A massive partner pool for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are average hatch time. Evolving adds up to 165 stat points total.
How to Evolve
Breed Fidough easily with 278 breeding partners from the Ground and Mineral egg groups.
This is a pure walling set. Eviolite provides a bulk boost that only works before full evolution so Fidough sticks around, and the Impish nature reinforces physical wall. Wish handles sustain while Owntempo does work passively.
Best Build
Best Fidough Moveset
- Play Rough
- Wish
- Protect
- Yawn
Recommended Teammates
Most of Fidough's flexibility comes from TMs. Same-type output runs through Play Rough and Alluring Voice, but Normal and Ghost and the rest of the TM pool push it from predictable to genuinely threatening.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
The level-up pool tells the story here. Fidough learns Play Rough and Double-Edge naturally, plus enough variety that TMs feel like bonuses. Coverage across 10 types extends the reach beyond that.
Easy grab on Fidough with high spawn rates across 14 locations in early-game routes. The sorted list below shows the full spread so you can pick the most convenient spot.
Best Locations
Which version you're playing matters for Fidough. 14 walking spots at Lv. 5-12 spread across Violet and Scarlet, and some routes only appear in one cartridge. Check the version badges below.
No wild encounters for Fidough in Legends: Z-A. It's available in Scarlet and can be transferred over. The details below show where to find it.
Fidough is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
Catch in the wild in:
Then trade to Legends: Z-A.
At 312 BST, Fidough is firmly in pre-evolution territory. Evolve it into Dachsbun before bringing it to any serious fight.
Fidough evolves into Dachsbun at level 26. Fidough is the base form of this evolutionary line.
Own Tempo is the go-to ability for Fidough. It prevents confusion. Its hidden ability Klutz can work in specific setups.
Fidough is a physical attacker with base 55 Attack. Fragile — can't afford to take many hits, too. But the speed tells the real story — at base 65 Speed, it won't be moving first often. Fits the support role.
Fidough can be found in Legends: Z-A and Scarlet & Violet.
Since Scarlet & Violet, Fidough has been obtainable in 2 games. A Generation 9 debut means a shorter history, but Fidough has appeared steadily across every generation since.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSVDebut
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A