Poochy

Poochy, also known as ポチ, is a recurring character in the Mario series, especially prominent as an ally in the Yoshi games. He made his debut in Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island, as a dog-like creature with white fur, large light brown spots, a long red tongue, and a black studded collar. Poochy often assists Yoshi in traversing various terrains, including hazardous areas like lava and spikes, and can defeat enemies he encounters. Though not a main protagonist, Poochy is featured in the title of Poochy & Yoshi's Woolly World and has his own sub-game, Poochy Dash. Poochy also makes occasional appearances in the main Mario series, such as being a character you can fish out in Super Mario Odyssey. Beloved by players for his loyalty and reliability, Poochy is not just a helpful companion to Yoshi but also a well-liked character within the Mario universe.