Growlithe is most likely based on Japanese dog statues called 獅子 shisa. They may also originate from Chinese 獅 shī or Japanese 狛犬 komainu, which are guardian statues that resemble lions, with traits of tigers and dogs. They are incorrectly called “Foo dogs” in the West. Both shisa and shī statues alike are often found in pairs, believed to invite good luck, and used as guardians, which may have inspired Growlithe’s protective nature.
Growlithe may be a combination of growl and lithe.
Gardie may refer to its abilities as a guard dog, as a corruption of guard or guardian.
No: 058
English Name: Growlithe
Japanese Name: Gadi
Generation: 1
Type: Fire
Species: Puppy Pokémon
Abilities: Flash Fire, Intimidate, Justified (hidden ability)
Evolution: Growlithe > Arcanine
Growlithe is a quadruped, canine Pokémon. It has orange fur with black stripes along its back and legs. The fur on its muzzle, chest, belly, and tail is cream-colored, as well as an additional tuft of fur on top of its head. Growlithe’s coat is noticeably longer on its chest and tail. It has gray eyes, a black nose, and large, round ears. Its forepaws have two visible claws, while its hind paws have three toes each. Each paw has a brown pad.
Growlithe is a friendly and loyal Pokémon that will fearlessly defend its Trainer and territory from harm, even against larger, stronger enemies. It will fiercely bark at, bite, and chase away any perceived threat, including those who suddenly approach its Trainer. Otherwise, this obedient Pokémon will wait motionlessly until given an order. Growlithe also has a powerful olfactory sense. If it detects an unknown smell in its territory, it roars to flush out the intruder. It is able to smell the emotions of others, and never forgets a scent. However, strong, unpleasant smells can disable its sense of smell for short periods, as seen in the anime. Growlithe can be commonly found in grassy plains.
POKEDEX ENTRIES
Pokemon Red: Very protective of its territory. It will bark and bite to repel intruders from its space.
Pokemon Blue: Very protective of its territory. It will bark and bite to repel intruders from its space.
Pokemon Yellow: A Pokémon with a friendly nature. However, it will bark fiercely at anything invading its territory.
Pokemon Stadium: Friendly and loyal, but also jealously protective of its territory. Carelessly approaching it may result in a bite.
Pokemon Gold: It has a brave and trustworthy nature. It fearlessly stands up to bigger and stronger foes.
Pokemon Silver: Extremely loyal, it will fearlessly bark at any opponent to protect its own Trainer from harm.
Pokemon Crystal: It controls a big territory. If it detects an unknown smell, it roars loudly to force out the intruder.
Pokemon Stadium 2: It has a brave and trustworthy nature. It fearlessly stands up to bigger and stronger foes.
Pokemon Ruby: Growlithe has a superb sense of smell. Once it smells anything, this Pokémon won’t forget the scent, no matter what. It uses its advanced olfactory sense to determine the emotions of other living things.
Pokemon Sapphire: Growlithe has a superb sense of smell. Once it smells anything, this Pokémon won’t forget the scent, no matter what. It uses its advanced olfactory sense to determine the emotions of other living things.
Pokemon Emerald: Its superb sense of smell ensures that this Pokémon won’t forget any scent, no matter what. It uses its sense of smell to detect the emotions of others.
Pokemon FireRed: Very friendly and faithful to people. It will try to repel enemies by barking and biting.
Pokemon LeafGreen: It is very protective of its territory. It will bark and bite to repel intruders from its space.
Pokemon Diamond: A Pokémon with a loyal nature. It will remain motionless until it is given an order by its Trainer.
Pokemon Pearl: A Pokémon with a loyal nature. It will remain motionless until it is given an order by its Trainer.
Pokemon Platinum: A Pokémon with a loyal nature. It will remain motionless until it is given an order by its Trainer.
Pokemon HeartGold: It has a brave and trustworthy nature. It fearlessly stands up to bigger and stronger foes.
Pokemon SoulSilver: Extremely loyal, it will fearlessly bark at any opponent to protect its own Trainer from harm.
Pokemon Black: A Pokémon with a loyal nature. It will remain motionless until it is given an order by its Trainer.
Pokemon White: A Pokémon with a loyal nature. It will remain motionless until it is given an order by its Trainer.
Pokemon Black 2: Extremely loyal to its Trainer, it will bark at those who approach the Trainer unexpectedly and run them out of town.
pokemon White 2: Extremely loyal to its Trainer, it will bark at those who approach the Trainer unexpectedly and run them out of town.
Pokemon X: Very friendly and faithful to people. It will try to repel enemies by barking and biting.
Pokemon Y: It has a brave and trustworthy nature. It fearlessly stands up to bigger and stronger foes.
Pokemon Omega Ruby: Growlithe has a superb sense of smell. Once it smells anything, this Pokémon won’t forget the scent, no matter what. It uses its advanced olfactory sense to determine the emotions of other living things.
Pokemon Alpha Sapphire: Growlithe has a superb sense of smell. Once it smells anything, this Pokémon won’t forget the scent, no matter what. It uses its advanced olfactory sense to determine the emotions of other living things.
Pokemon SUN: It’s both clever and loyal, but if a stranger tries to invade its territory, it barks threateningly.
Pokemon MOON: It looks cute, but when you approach another Trainer’s Growlithe, it will bark at you and bite.
