Cheese Dog
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Cheese Dog has balanced effects.
Cheese Dog
Cheese Dog is a modern hybrid cannabis strain derived from a complex three-way cross between Black D.O.G., Sapphire Scout, and Holy Crack. This intentional breeding project has resulted in a robust plant suitable for cultivation in both indoor and outdoor environments. Growers can expect a high yield from this variety, which reaches maturity after a 60-day flowering period. Achieving optimal results with this strain is considered to be of moderate difficulty, requiring consistent management throughout the growth cycle. The genetic lineage of this hybrid has proven influential, serving as the parent for documented offspring such as Candelion, Keith's Basement, and Queen Quartz.
The chemical profile of Cheese Dog is THC-dominant and defined by an extensive terpene hierarchy dominated by caryophyllene, followed by myrcene, limonene, and humulene. The aromatic complexity continues through secondary and tertiary compounds, including nerolidol, linalool, bisabolol, ocimene, pinene, beta-pinene, caryophyllene-oxide, camphene, guaiol, terpinolene, isopulegol, geraniol, eucalyptol, and p-cymene. These terpenes work in concert to establish the strain's sensory profile, providing a intricate combination of spicy, earthy, and citrus-forward notes that evolve from the initial scent to the final palate experience.
Users typically report effects characterized by feelings of relaxation, happiness, and an uplifted state of mind. Given these reported outcomes, Cheese Dog is frequently utilized by those seeking relief from stress and physical pain. Furthermore, its relaxing properties make it a candidate for those managing sleep difficulties. By balancing potent cannabinoid levels with a diverse expression of terpenes, the strain remains a functional selection for evening use while maintaining its position as a foundational genetic contributor in modern specialized breeding programs.
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.
relaxed
eveningPrimary endpoint of myrcene+linalool sedating combinations; GABA modulation is the dominant mechanistic driver.
happy
anytimeuplifted
morningLimonene anxiolytic/antidepressant via serotonin elevation in prefrontal cortex (Russo 2011); mood improvement without full euphoria; key for balanced-1-1 profiles.
Genetic Profile
Balanced Hybrid
Equal indica and sativa genetics. Balanced body and mind effects.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Cheese Dog.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Grandparents
Parents
Siblings
Share parents black d o g / sapphire scout / holy crack
Offspring — 3 strains bred from Cheese Dog
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cheese Dog indica or sativa?
Cheese Dog is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Cheese Dog?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Myrcene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Cheese Dog good for daytime use?
Cheese Dog 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.