Poochie Love
Poochie Love
Also known as: The Pooch
Overview
Poochie Love is a sativa-dominant hybrid (70/30) cannabis strain developed by Archive Seed Bank in Washington state. This strain emerged in the mid-2010s as part of Archive's breeding program focused on preserving vintage Pacific Northwest genetics while providing modern potency and yield potential. The strain gained recognition in Oregon dispensaries before spreading to other adult-use markets across the United States. Poochie Love is characterized by its distinctive appearance featuring medium-to-large conical flowers with lumpy brown nugs, bright amber/rusty colored stigma and pistils, and a wealth of crusty, sugary trichomes. The buds have a high calyx-to-leaf ratio and range from medium-firm density on sativa-leaning phenotypes to very dense on OG-dominant cuts. The strain exhibits notable phenotypic variation, with expressions ranging from OG-leaning types with lemon-pine-earth gas profiles to sativa-leaning phenotypes with sharper terpenes and more aggressive stretch patterns. This variability is considered a feature rather than a flaw, allowing growers to select for either maximum yield or maximum character depending on their preferences.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from stress and depression
- May help with chronic pain and headaches
- Often used for ADD/ADHD focus
- Can assist with fatigue and mood enhancement
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
Poochie Love requires moderate growing skill with consistent humidity and temperature control being essential. The strain has a flowering period of 10-12 weeks (70-75 days) and prefers cooler weather conditions. Plants can be grown both indoors and outdoors, with indoor cultivation requiring strong carbon filtration due to the assertive aroma. Expected yield ranges from 12-16 ounces with proper cultivation. The strain responds well to training and requires regular leaf removal due to bushy growth patterns. Plants have good internodal spacing for dense flower stacking but need adequate light penetration to lower portions. Soil amendments enhance terpene profiles, and the strain benefits from higher nutrient feeding due to vigorous appetite during flowering.