Moon Dog is a hybrid cannabis strain bred from Cherry Moon and Black Dog, known for cherry, lime and clove notes and a floaty but focused high. It is grown outdoors by Moon Made Farms, a woman-owned farm in the hills of southern Humboldt County that times its work to the lunar cycle. Leafly lists about 23% THC, and the farm’s own listing shows a batch at 23.8%.
Moon Dog Strain at a Glance
| Type | Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Also known as | MD |
| Lineage | Cherry Moon × Black Dog |
| Breeder / origin | Grown by Moon Made Farms (southern Humboldt, California); breeder not clearly documented |
| THC | About 23% (typical lab range) |
| Dominant terpenes | Myrcene, Beta-caryophyllene |
| Aroma and flavor | cherry, lime, clove, earthy, funk, pepper |
| Reported effects | uplifted, euphoric, relaxed, focused, creative |
| Best for | afternoon use, creative projects, relaxed socializing |
Where Moon Dog Comes From
Moon Dog is closely tied to Moon Made Farms, a woman-owned, sun-grown farm on a hillside above southern Humboldt in California’s Emerald Triangle. Both Leafly and the farm’s own product listing give the cross as Cherry Moon and Black Dog. Cherry Moon is another Moon Made strain, and Black Dog is a Humboldt-area indica whose lineage is reported differently by different databases.
The farm grows in living soil, follows planting practices it describes as indigenous and timed to the moon, and holds Sun and Earth and Dragonfly Earth Medicine certifications for regenerative, pesticide-free cultivation. Who actually made the Moon Dog cross is less clear. One retail listing credits the genetics to Biovortex, but the farm’s own page does not name a breeder, so treat that credit as unconfirmed.
Moon Dog Effects: What It Feels Like
Leafly calls Moon Dog a creative, electric strain and describes the high as floaty but focused, and its readers tag it uplifted, euphoric and relaxed. The farm describes a relaxed, restored feeling with a lighter, more insightful mood. The one Leafly review so far found it gentle and balanced, calming without being immobilizing.
That combination suits an afternoon walk, music, a hobby project or an easy conversation. Leafly rates its potency as higher than average, so newer consumers should start with a small amount even though the effect is described as smooth.
Moon Dog Terpenes, Aroma and Flavor
Leafly’s description lists cherry, lime and clove with a hint of funk, and its reader-tagged flavors are earthy and peppery. The cherry likely reflects the Cherry Moon side, while the clove and pepper fit the spicy terpene caryophyllene.
Both Leafly and the farm list myrcene and caryophyllene among the main terpenes. Leafly adds ocimene, and the farm’s lab panel adds alpha-pinene, so the third terpene varies by source and batch. Myrcene gives the earthy base, and caryophyllene adds the peppery, clove-like spice.
- Myrcene: earthy, musky and herbal, also found in mango and hops
- Beta-caryophyllene: peppery and spicy, also found in black pepper and cloves
Terpene levels vary from grower to grower and batch to batch, so check the lab label on the package. Learn more in our guide to cannabis terpenes.
Side Effects and How to Use Moon Dog
There is too little reviewer data yet to list common side effects. Expect the usual dry mouth and dry eyes, and pace yourself, since Leafly rates it stronger than average.
How strong Moon Dog feels depends on the batch, your tolerance and how you consume it. Start low, go slow, and read our guide to dosing cannabis.
Strains Like Moon Dog
- Cherry Pie: a cherry-forward hybrid with a calm, balanced feel
- Blackberry Kush: often listed as part of the Black Dog family
- Cherry Diesel: cherry flavor with an uplifting head
- Harlequin: another clear-headed, functional hybrid
- Cherry Garcia: another cherry-themed hybrid
Browse more hybrid strains, the full strain directory, or our guide to cannabis strains.
More Hybrid Strains to Explore
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Where to Buy Moon Dog
Dispensary menus change every week, and Moon Dog may be sold under its own name, as a cross or as a pre-roll or vape. The fastest way to find it is to check store menus online before you go. In Los Angeles, browse Los Angeles dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Cookies Brentwood and Cana Silver Lake. In Ann Arbor, browse Ann Arbor dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Bloom City Club and Jars Cannabis. You can also browse licensed dispensaries in every state we cover. Adults 21 and older can buy with a valid photo ID; see cannabis laws by state for purchase limits.
Moon Dog FAQ
Is Moon Dog indica or sativa?
It is a hybrid, and Leafly describes its effects as mostly energizing and focused.
What is Moon Dog a cross of?
Cherry Moon crossed with Black Dog.
Who grows Moon Dog?
Moon Made Farms, a woman-owned outdoor farm in southern Humboldt County, California. The original breeder is not clearly documented.
How strong is Moon Dog?
Leafly lists about 23% THC, and a Moon Made batch tested at 23.8%.
What does Moon Dog taste like?
Cherry and lime with clove, pepper and an earthy funk.
For adults 21+ in legal states. Strain information reflects breeder descriptions, lab data and user reports; effects vary by person and batch. Not medical advice.
