Candy Dawg
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Terpenes
Candy Dawg has balanced effects.
Candy Dawg
Top flavors
Terpenes
Candy Dawg has balanced effects.
Candy Dawg is a modern hybrid-indica cultivar developed from the crossing of Chemdog and OG Kush. It is a moderately difficult plant to cultivate that thrives in both indoor and outdoor environments. Growers can expect a high yield from this strain, which typically completes its flowering cycle in 60 days. This stable genetic background has served as the foundation for further breeding, as evidenced by its notable offspring, Thunder Dawg.
The terpene profile of Candy Dawg is led by caryophyllene, followed in intensity by myrcene and limonene. The secondary and tertiary tiers of its chemical composition include humulene, nerolidol, bisabolol, beta-pinene, pinene, linalool, and camphene. This specific sequence of terpenes influences the sensory experience, providing a distinct aromatic and flavor complexity inherent to this THC-dominant profile.
Users typically report feeling relaxed and focused after consumption. Due to these primary effects, Candy Dawg is frequently utilized as a supportive option for those managing pain, stress, or sleep-related difficulties. As a THC-dominant hybrid, it maintains a position within modern genetic lineage, bridging the characteristics of its parents to offer a balanced, functional experience for its users.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | ~60% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| myrcene | ~28% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| limonene | ~12% | citrus | social · creative |
Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.
~60%
spicy
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Russo 2011: only terpene that is a selective full CB2 agonist (100 nM); Gertsch et al. 2008: acts as dietary cannabinoid; unique anti-inflammatory and gastric cytoprotective properties.
Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
Russo 2011: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
Genetic Profile
Indica-dominant
Primarily indica with sativa influence. Relaxing body with some cerebral lift.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Candy Dawg.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Grandparents
Offspring — 1 strains bred from Candy Dawg
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Candy Dawg indica or sativa?
Candy Dawg is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Candy Dawg?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Myrcene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Candy Dawg good for daytime use?
Candy Dawg is versatile and works across different times of day depending on dose and individual response.
How accurate is this data?
See the "Data confidence" card in the sidebar. Terpene profiles and effects are chemistry-informed estimates — individual responses depend on phenotype, source, and personal chemistry.