Shadow Growlithe Pokemon GO — Max CP 1,405, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Growlithe good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Growlithe has no raid or PvP ranking in Pokemon GO right now, so it is a collector pick rather than a battler. Its max CP is 1,405 at level 50. Keep a high-IV one for future move updates or limited-format cups and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

Q: What is the best moveset for Shadow Growlithe in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Growlithe has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. Check the moves section for a breakdown of DPS, energy generation, and recommended combinations for both raids and PvP.

Q: What are Shadow Growlithe's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Growlithe is a Fire-type Pokemon weak to Ground, Rock, Water-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Shadow Growlithe, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Growlithe resists Bug, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Steel-type moves.

Q: What is Shadow Growlithe's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Growlithe's maximum CP is 1,405 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 1,243 at level 40. Its base stats are 136 Attack, 93 Defense, and 146 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 375. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Shadow Growlithe?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Growlithe has 710 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 888 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 1,405 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Growlithe showing 710 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: How do you get Shadow Growlithe in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Growlithe can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, rescuing Shadow Shadow Growlithe from Team GO Rocket, and trading with other trainers. Walking Shadow Growlithe as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

Q: Can Shadow Growlithe be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Growlithe availability in Pokemon GO depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Check the current events page for any boosted shiny rates during special events.

Best moveset

Highest damage: Bite Flamethrower

Same-type attack bonus on Flamethrower. Flamethrower costs 50 energy for 65 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Growlithe takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Ground1.6× Rock1.6× Water1.6×

Resists

Bug0.625× Fairy0.625× Fire0.625× Grass0.625× Ice0.625× Steel0.625×

Base stats

Attack 136

Defense 93

Stamina 146

Stat total: 375
Buddy distance: 3.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 50,000 Dust + 50 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 710 CP

Editor's notes

Among Fire-type Pokémon, Shadow Growlithe sits in the supporting cast rather than the front rank. Its 136/93/146 base stats give it a stamina-heavy spread that trades Defense for a big HP pool.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Growlithe is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Growlithe moves

2 fast · 3 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Bite Best	Dark	6	4	0.5s	12	8
Ember STAB	Fire	10	10	1.0s	10	10

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Body Slam	Normal	50	33	2.0s	25	1.52
Flame Wheel STAB	Fire	55	50	2.5s	22	1.10
Flamethrower Best STAB	Fire	65	50	2.0s	32.5	1.30

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Bite	Dark	4	2	—	—	—
Ember	Fire	4	9	1	4.00	9.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Body Slam	Normal	55	35	1.57	—
Flame Wheel	Fire	80	45	1.78	—
Flamethrower	Fire	90	55	1.64	—

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Bite (12 DPS); Ember builds energy fastest (10 EPS).

Evolution

Growlithe 50 Candy

Arcanine

Growlithe (Hisuian) 50 Candy

Arcanine (Hisuian)

Family

Growlithe

Arcanine

Growlithe (Hisuian) Hisuian

Arcanine (Hisuian) Hisuian

Shadow forms Shadow Growlithe Shadow Arcanine

How to get Shadow Growlithe

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Growlithe knows Frustration — swap it with a Charged TM
Purification: 3,000 Dust + 3 Candy → Return

Catch CP

Source	Level	Min CP	Max CP (100% IV)
Wild Catch	Lv 1–30	28	1,074
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	28	1,163
Raid Catch	Lv 20	677	728
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	842	906
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	677	728
Research Encounter	Lv 15	511	550
GO Battle League	Lv 20	677	728

Is Shadow Growlithe good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

Power up	Stardust	Candy	XL Candy
Lv 20 → 40	135,000	15	—

Shadow Growlithe has no raid or PvP ranking right now. Keep a high-IV one for the Pokedex and for future move updates or limited-format cups, and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

Bulk-leaning spread (93 Defense / 146 Stamina) — it stays on the field longer, which suits shielded PvP formats.
A second charged move costs 50,000 Dust and 50 Candy, and with 3 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Sunny weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

Maximum CP with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at every level

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	17
Lv 2	55
Lv 3	92
Lv 4	130
Lv 5	167
Lv 6	205
Lv 7	242
Lv 8	280
Lv 9	317
Lv 10	355
Lv 11	390
Lv 12	426
Lv 13	461

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	497
Lv 15	533
Lv 16	568
Lv 17	604
Lv 18	639
Lv 19	675
Lv 20	710
Lv 21	746
Lv 22	781
Lv 23	817
Lv 24	852
Lv 25	888
Lv 26	923

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	959
Lv 28	994
Lv 29	1,030
Lv 30	1,066
Lv 31	1,083
Lv 32	1,101
Lv 33	1,119
Lv 34	1,137
Lv 35	1,154
Lv 36	1,172
Lv 37	1,190
Lv 38	1,208
Lv 39	1,225

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	1,243
Lv 41	1,259
Lv 42	1,275
Lv 43	1,291
Lv 44	1,307
Lv 45	1,323
Lv 46	1,339
Lv 47	1,356
Lv 48	1,372
Lv 49	1,389
Lv 50	1,405

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0058
Form: Shadow
Height: 0.70 m
Weight: 19.00 kg
Candy to evolve: 50
Family forms: 6 released forms
Game ID: V0058_POKEMON_GROWLITHE_SHADOW

FAQ

What is the best moveset for Shadow Growlithe in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Growlithe's best moveset is Bite (fast) with Flamethrower (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Growlithe's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Growlithe takes super effective damage from Ground, Rock, Water-type moves. It resists Bug, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Steel, so avoid those types against it.

What is Shadow Growlithe's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Growlithe reaches 1,405 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 1,243 CP at level 40. Level 50 needs XL Candy, which only unlocks at Trainer Level 31 and comes from catching, hatching, transferring and walking.

What CP is a 100% IV Shadow Growlithe?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Growlithe shows 710 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 888 CP at level 25 (weather boosted). Seeing that exact number on the catch screen means it is a hundo — favourite it before you transfer anything.

How do you get Shadow Growlithe in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Growlithe spawns in the wild, though how often depends on your biome and the active event.

Can Shadow Growlithe be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Growlithe depends on whether Niantic has released the form. Check the events page for Community Days and event weekends, which is when shiny rates are boosted.

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