No — don't feed coffee & tea to alpacas.
Caffeine is toxic to animals.
- Verdict
- No
- Serving size
- Never
- Food group
- Human food
- Sugar per 100 g
- 0.0 g
Risks to know
- Caffeine toxicity
Nutrition facts (per 100 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | What it means for alpacas |
|---|---|---|
| Water | 99.4 g | Hydrating |
| Energy | 1 kcal | Low calorie |
| Sugars | 0.0 g | Low sugar |
| Fiber | 0.0 g | Low fiber |
| Protein | 0.1 g | |
| Fat | 0.0 g | |
| Calcium | 2 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 3 mg | |
| Vitamin C | 0.0 mg | Not required — camelids make their own |
Source: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy — “Beverages, coffee, brewed, prepared with tap water” (FDC ID 171890).
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 coffee & tea?
No — don't feed coffee & tea to alpacas. Caffeine is toxic to animals.
How much coffee & tea can I give my alpaca?
None — choose a safe alternative such as carrot sticks, cucumber or green beans.
How much sugar is in coffee & tea?
About 0.0 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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