Ability profile
Guard Dog Pokemon Ability
Generation
Generation IX
Pokémon with ability
2
Effect
Boosts the Pokémon’s Attack stat if intimidated. Moves and items that would force the Pokémon to switch out also fail to work.
Flavor text
Boosts the Pokémon’s Attack stat if intimidated. Moves and items that would force the Pokémon to switch out also fail to work.
Quick summary
Guard Dog is a main-series ability from Generation IX. Open species profiles below to see typings, moves, and community fan rank where available.
Battle context
Generation debut
Generation IX
Guard Dog first appeared in Generation IX. Compare how newer releases reuse or power up the effect when building themed teams.
Main series
Yes
Guard Dog is used in main-series battles and links to 2 species profiles below.
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