Hm... I'm afraid I can't help you there. I'm not sure we've run into any charmander on our travels.

But yes, you're right. And... it's not as barbaric as it sounds. I had misgivings about it at first, as well, but... the pokemon I've caught have all been genuinely happy to be with me and my team. And as long as they're happy, it can't truly be bad, right?