Moxie Dog
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Moxie Dog effects are mostly calming.
Moxie Dog
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Terpenes
Moxie Dog effects are mostly calming.
Moxie Dog is a modern hybrid-indica cultivar derived from the genetics of White Dawg. Developed as a high-yielding variety suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments, this plant reaches maturity following a 63-day flowering period. Managing the growth cycle is considered to be of moderate difficulty, but the strain rewards cultivators with substantial harvests. Its genetic influence remains highly relevant in modern breeding programs, as it has served as a parent for notable offspring including Castle Rock Cherries, Charm Dog, Flo Dog, Goat Dog, and Grape Grimoire.
The chemical profile of Moxie Dog is defined by a complex array of terpenes, led by a dominant concentration of myrcene. This primary terpene is supported by secondary and tertiary contributions from caryophyllene, ocimene, pinene, and nerolidol. Further analysis identifies trace amounts of limonene, humulene, linalool, beta-pinene, bisabolol, guaiol, camphene, eucalyptol, p-cymene, caryophyllene-oxide, and terpinolene, which round out the total aromatic expression of the flower. This precise terpene hierarchy works in coordination with a THC-dominant cannabinoid profile to establish the strain's sensory identity.
In application, Moxie Dog produces consistent effects characterized by a sense of being relaxed, calm, and focused. These qualities make the strain a functional option for users managing symptoms of pain, stress, or those seeking assistance with sleep. The balance between its calm-inducing indica heritage and its ability to maintain focus secures its utility in both therapeutic and recreational contexts, while its diverse list of progeny underscores its ongoing significance within modern cannabis genetics.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| myrcene | ~60% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| caryophyllene | ~28% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| ocimene | ~12% | sweet | energetic · social |
Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.
Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
~28%
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.
Antifungal, antiviral, decongestant; activates CB1/CB2 at 10–60% THC efficacy per Israeli receptor study (NORML 2025); highly volatile (bp 50–66°C); limited clinical data.
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 Moxie Dog.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Siblings
Share parent white dawg
Offspring — 5 strains bred from Moxie Dog
Composite Traits
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What would Moxie Dog × ? produce?
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Same primary terpene with overlapping effects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Moxie Dog indica or sativa?
Moxie Dog is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Moxie Dog?
Myrcene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Caryophyllene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Moxie Dog good for daytime use?
Moxie 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.