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Growlithe FAQ · type, weaknesses, evolution, stats

TL;DR. Growlithe (#0058) is a fire-type Pokémon from Generation 1 (Kanto). The Puppy Pokémon. Very protective of its territory. It will bark and bite to repel intruders from its space.

Growlithe
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Very protective of its territory. It will bark and bite to repel intruders from its space.

Pokédex #0058 Gen 1 · Kanto Puppy Pokémon

What type is Growlithe?

Growlithe is a pure Fire-type Pokémon. It has a single typing, which means a simpler matchup chart but also fewer resistances.

What is Growlithe weak to?

Growlithe takes 2× damage from Water, Ground, Rock. It has no 4× weaknesses.

What is Growlithe resistant to?

Growlithe resists Fire, Grass, Ice, Bug, Steel, Fairy. It has no full immunities.

How does Growlithe evolve?

Growlithe evolves into Arcanine (Use Fire Stone) or Hisuian Arcanine (Use Fire Stone in Hisui (yields Hisuian Arcanine)).

What generation is Growlithe from?

Growlithe was introduced in Generation I (the Kanto region). Its Pokédex number is #0058.

What are Growlithe's base stats?

Growlithe has HP 55, Attack 70, Defense 45, Special Attack 70, Special Defense 50, and Speed 60. Total base stat total: 350.

What are Growlithe's abilities?

Growlithe can have the abilities Intimidate, Flash Fire, plus the Hidden Ability Justified.

Is Growlithe legendary or mythical?

No. Growlithe is a regular Pokémon, not classified as Legendary or Mythical.