#0058 · Gen 1 · 350 BST
Growlithe
An early-evolution Fire-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with modest stats. Common ability: Intimidate.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
130/81/58/81/63/72
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
162/134/106/134/112/123
Abilities
The Pokémon intimidates opposing Pokémon upon entering battle, lowering their Attack stat.
Powers up the Pokémon's Fire-type moves if it's hit by one.
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Growlithe
Growlithe is a Fire/None-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with a Base Stat Total of 350. An early-evolution Fire-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with modest stats. Common ability: Intimidate.
Best stat: Attack (70 base)
Growlithe's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 70 base Attack and 60 base Speed, the standard offensive set will invest 252 EVs into Attack and 252 into Speed — though its low Speed often warrants Trick Room support instead.
Abilities
- Intimidate
- Flash Fire
- Justified
How to use Growlithe competitively
Open the damage calculator with Growlithe selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Growlithe appears in the species dropdown. Drop Growlithe into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0058 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 1 |
| Type | Fire / None |
| Abilities | Intimidate, Flash Fire, Justified |
| Base Stat Total | 350 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 55 / 70 / 45 / 70 / 50 / 60 |