No — don't feed chocolate to alpacas.
Contains theobromine and caffeine, toxic to animals.
- Verdict
- No
- Serving size
- Never
- Food group
- Human food
- Sugar per 100 g
- 24.0 g
Risks to know
- Theobromine toxicity
Nutrition facts (per 100 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | What it means for alpacas |
|---|---|---|
| Water | 1.4 g | Dry — offer water |
| Energy | 598 kcal | Calorie-dense — tiny portions |
| Sugars | 24.0 g | Very high — rare treat only |
| Fiber | 10.9 g | Good fiber |
| Protein | 7.8 g | |
| Fat | 42.6 g | High fat — limit |
| Calcium | 73 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 308 mg | |
| Ca : P ratio | 0.2 : 1 | Inverted — phosphorus-heavy, limit for males |
Source: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy — “Chocolate, dark, 70-85% cacao solids” (FDC ID 170273).
Sugar compared with other treats
Grams of sugar per 100 g. Lower-sugar treats are kinder to the fore-stomach microbes and waistline.
Safer alternatives
Frequently asked questions
Can alpacas eat chocolate?
No — don't feed chocolate to alpacas. Contains theobromine and caffeine, toxic to animals.
How much chocolate can I give my alpaca?
None — choose a safe alternative such as carrot sticks, cucumber or green beans.
How much sugar is in chocolate?
About 24.0 g of sugar per 100 g (USDA FoodData Central).
Can baby alpacas (crias) eat it?
No.
See the complete list of foods alpacas can and can't eat, our feeding guide and the toxic plant checker.
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