Discover how to find and catch Dogen in Palworld Sakurajima update. Unlock this unique Neutral-type Pal with top defensive skills and breeding tips!

As a dedicated Palworld player, I was thrilled when the Sakurajima update dropped, introducing a roster of fascinating new Pals. Among them, the enigmatic Dogen immediately caught my eye. This Neutral-type Pal stands out not for aggression, but for its unique design and robust defensive capabilities. Unlike many Pals in the wild, Dogen won't initiate combat, making it a peaceful encounter—until you decide otherwise. Its high defensive stats make it a valuable asset for any player's team, especially when paired with its useful Partner Skill, Homeward Prayer. Acquiring Dogen has become a key goal for collectors and battlers alike, and I'm here to share the most effective strategies for adding this intriguing creature to your Paldeck.

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Locations to Find and Catch Dogen

First things first: you need to know where to look. Due to being introduced in the recent Sakurajima expansion, Dogen can only be found in this new, isolated region. You cannot stumble upon it in the older parts of the map. Reaching Sakurajima requires either flight or surfing across the sea, so make sure your travel capabilities are up to par.

Once you arrive, Dogen can be found casually wandering throughout the area. However, based on my extensive exploration, there is one hotspot where your chances of an encounter are significantly higher.

  • Primary Location: The Moonflower Tower area. I've had consistent success finding Dogen patrolling the grounds here, both during the day and at night. It's not an ultra-rare spawn, but patience is key.

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Finding Dogen is only half the challenge; catching it is where strategy comes in. Despite its neutral nature, it's a tough nut to crack. Here's my battle-tested method:

  1. Exploit Its Weakness: Dogen is weak against Dark-type Pals. Bring a strong Dark Pal like Shadowbeak or Necromus to your hunt. They will deal increased damage, making the battle much quicker.

  2. Whittle Down Health: Engage Dogen and carefully lower its health. Be cautious not to knock it out! Its defensive stats mean it can take a beating, so controlled attacks are best.

  3. The Perfect Throw: Once its health bar is flashing red, it's time for the capture. To maximize your chance of success, I highly recommend using a Legendary Sphere. The higher capture rate is worth the resource investment for securing this unique Pal.

How to Breed Dogen in Palworld

Maybe you prefer the path of genetics, or you're aiming for a Dogen with perfect passive skills. Breeding is an excellent alternative. Fortunately, Dogen's Neutral typing makes it one of the most versatile Pals to breed, with a staggering 160 possible parent combinations according to community resources like Palpedia.

The process is straightforward but requires a Breeding Farm and one male and one female Pal. Below is a curated list of some of the most accessible and effective breeding pairs to produce a Dogen egg, compiled from trusted sources like Palnerd.

Parent 1 Parent 2
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Incineram Tombat
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Eikthyrdeer Terra Kingpaca
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Galeclaw Mammorest
how-to-find-and-breed-the-new-pal-dogen-in-palworld-s-sakurajima-update-image-7 Direhowl Relaxaurus

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Once you've successfully bred your chosen pair, you'll receive a Dogen egg. The next step is incubation:

  • Place the egg in an Egg Incubator.

  • Hatching time varies based on the incubator used. The Electric Egg Incubator significantly speeds up the process.

  • If using a standard incubator, remember to regulate the temperature to "Comfortable" for the fastest hatch rate. This often means using heating or cooling items like a Heater or Cooler nearby.

Why Dogen is Worth the Effort

Beyond its cool aesthetic and story, Dogen provides tangible benefits:

  • Combat Utility: Its high defense makes it a great tank in battles.

  • Partner Skill: Homeward Prayer is a fantastic skill for exploration.

  • Valuable Drops: Whether you catch or defeat a wild Dogen, it will drop Bones. This material is crucial for crafting high-quality Paldium and can also be sold for a decent amount of Gold, funding your other adventures.

In my experience, Dogen is one of the standout additions from the Sakurajima update. Whether you track it down in the misty fields near Moonflower Tower or meticulously breed for the perfect specimen, adding this stoic Pal to your collection is a rewarding achievement for any Palworld trainer in 2026. The paths to ownership are clear; the choice of how to proceed is yours. Happy hunting—and hatching!