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In the world of cannabis retail, no two days are the same. Between recommending the right strain and managing compliance checks, budtenders also find themselves in conversations that range from hilarious to downright head-scratching.

At Vende, we work with dispensaries across the country and hear the behind-the-counter stories that rarely make it to the surface. So, for a little weekend fun, we asked budtenders to spill the tea on the wildest customer questions they've ever been asked, and wow, the cannabis counter is clearly the new comedy club.

😵‍💫 “Is this the kind that makes you see God?”

Yep. That’s a real question. One budtender laughed while recounting the time a first-time customer earnestly asked if a sativa gummy would offer a “spiritual awakening.” The response?

“Only if you take the whole pack… which we definitely don’t recommend.”

Curious how edibles hit differently? You’ll love this one:
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🚬 “Can I light up right here?”

Dispensaries may sell cannabis, but they’re not lounges. Still, that hasn’t stopped customers from asking if they can try their pre-rolls in the parking lot… or worse, in the lobby. One budtender even had to stop a guy mid-spark.

Friendly PSA: Public consumption is still illegal in most states. Your Uber driver thanks you.

🐶 “Do you sell weed for dogs?”

Ah yes, the CBD confusion. Many dispensaries do stock pet-friendly CBD products, but customers often think they’re buying a blunt for their bulldog. One budtender had to carefully explain:

“No ma’am, this won’t get your dog high. And if it did, we’d be shut down.”

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🚀 “How high will I get?”

This one’s a classic. Customers love asking for a precise measurement of their future high. The problem? Everyone reacts differently.

“I usually just say: somewhere between a giggle fit and losing time entirely.”

For more on how cannabis can affect your perception…
👉 Cannabis and Music: How Different Strains Influence Your Perception of Sound

😅 “Will I fail a drug test if I just sniff it?”

A surprising number of customers think sniffing a jar of flower could get them “accidentally high.” While terpenes can smell strong, rest assured, your boss won’t be calling HR because you took a whiff at the counter.

Curious why some people love that smell and others hate it?
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💬 Bonus Round: Honorable Mentions

• “Do you guys take crypto?”
  
  

• “Is this like, the same thing Snoop Dogg smokes?”
  
  

• “Do you have anything that’ll make me smarter before my exam?”
  
  

(Answer to that last one: Maybe try coffee.)

🎤 Final Hit:

Working in cannabis retail takes patience, knowledge, and a really good sense of humor. While some questions might make you scratch your head, they’re all part of the wild ride that makes this industry so unique.

At Vende, we’re here to support dispensaries with tools that keep the business side smooth, so your budtenders can keep doing what they do best: educating, selling, and occasionally... explaining that dogs can’t dab.

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Got a funny story from your shop?
Tag us on LinkedIn or Instagram and we just might feature it in the next edition of “Budtenders Spill the Tea.”

As you have read in this article, it is not as straightforward as other industries. Operating a cannabis business is extremely difficult, and not having the know-how can really affect your bottom line. Vende Platform is made to help its clients run the business they have always wanted. Providing you with all the necessary tools for your business to succeed is our goal. Schedule a demo with us today and see how running your business on the Vende can help.