Where to find Growlithe & Arcanine in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet
Growlithe and Arcanine are flaming dog Pokemon from the original Gen 1 games that return inPokemon Scarlet and Violet. Here’s where to find a wild Growlithe and how to obtain its evolved form, Arcanine.
Both Growlithe and Arcanine return inPokemonfor Scarlet and Violet stalking the wilds of Paldea. Both are Fire-type Pokemon that made their debut in the original 151 Pokemon. Each resembles some form of canid but with a fire-based twist.
Below, we’ll cover where you’re able to catch Growlithe in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. We’ll also cover how to evolve Growlithe into the much larger and more powerful Arcanine inthe game. Both Pokemon have been firm fan favorites since the very start of the Pokemon series.
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How to find Growlithe in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet
Growlithe can be found wandering around the deserts ofSouth Province (Area Three)andEast Province (Area Three).
While not common, they’re also not especially rare either. You’re likely to find one spawning after some searching, but it shouldn’t take too long.
Where to findArcaninein Pokemon Scarlet & Violet
Growlithe’s evolved form, Arcanine is much rarer and can only be found in Paldea’sNorth Province (Area One) and (Area Two).
While you’re able to catch an Arcanine in the wild, their spawn rate isn’t very high. Therefore, you may need to be patient – or you can evolve your Growlithe into an Arcanine instead.
How to evolve Growlithe into Arcanine
You can obtain an Arcanine by exposing yourGrowlithe to aFire Stone.
These can be purchased from theDelibird Presents shopsonce you’ve defeated at least three Pokemon Gym Leaders. This is the easiest way to obtain one – as well as an Arcanine.
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Fire Stones can also be found while out exploring the world in avariety of places.
So there you have it, how to find Growlithe in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet. Those looking to find out more about Pokemon Scarlet & Violet can check out our other guides below:
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