Growlithe Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Growlithe in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Growlithe
Growlithe is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Fire typing. The best counter is Primal Kyogre (Mega) with Waterfall and Origin Pulse, dealing 70.182 DPS.
Growlithe can be defeated by a minimum of 2 trainers using optimal counters at level 40+. We recommend 4+ trainers for a comfortable win, especially if your team isn't fully powered up.
Type strategy: Growlithe is weak to Ground, Rock, Water -type attacks. Avoid using Bug, Fairy, Fire-type moves as Growlithe resists them. Focus your team on the highest DPS counters from the list below — even budget options without Shadow or Mega forms perform well in larger groups.
Top 3 counters: The strongest lineup against Growlithe is Primal Kyogre (70.182 DPS), Primal Groudon (69.300 DPS), and Shadow Kyogre (64.364 DPS).
Catching Growlithe: After defeating Growlithe, the catch encounter will have a CP between 677 and 728 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 842-906 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Growlithe from raids will have exactly 728 CP — look for that number! Use Golden Razz Berries and Excellent curveball throws to maximize your catch rate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best counters for Growlithe?
The best counter for Growlithe is Primal Kyogre with Waterfall and Origin Pulse, dealing 70.182 DPS. Other top options include Primal Groudon (69.300 DPS) and Shadow Kyogre (64.364 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Growlithe?
Growlithe can be defeated by a minimum of 2 high-level trainers with optimal counters. We recommend 4+ trainers for a comfortable win. In public lobbies, 5-6 is a safe number.
What is Growlithe weak to?
Growlithe is weak to Ground, Rock, Water-type attacks. It resists Bug, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Steel-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Growlithe be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Growlithe's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Growlithe from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Growlithe from raids will have 728 CP at level 20, or 906 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 677. If you see 728 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Growlithe worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Growlithe is a lower-tier raid boss that can be soloed or defeated easily with 1-2 trainers. It's useful for farming candy, earning XP, and potentially getting a high-IV specimen. Worth doing when convenient, but doesn't require spending Premium Passes.
What is the best moveset for Growlithe?
For the best moveset for Growlithe itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Growlithe stats page which includes optimal fast and charged move combinations for both PvE raids and PvP GO Battle League, along with DPS calculations and PvP rankings.
Can I beat Growlithe without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Growlithe can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. You may need 5-6 trainers instead of the minimum 2 when using budget teams. Check the Budget Counters section above for the full F2P-friendly list.
What weather boosts Growlithe in raids?
Weather boost information for Growlithe is not currently available. Fire-type Pokemon are typically boosted in specific weather conditions. When weather boosted, the raid is harder but the catch encounter is level 25 with higher CP.