No — don't feed peanut butter to alpacas.
Sticky (choke risk), salty and fatty.
- Verdict
- No
- Serving size
- Do not feed
- Food group
- Human food
- Sugar per 100 g
- 10.5 g
Risks to know
- Choke
Nutrition facts (per 100 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | What it means for alpacas |
|---|---|---|
| Water | 1.2 g | Dry — offer water |
| Energy | 598 kcal | Calorie-dense — tiny portions |
| Sugars | 10.5 g | High — small portions |
| Fiber | 5.0 g | Good fiber |
| Protein | 22.2 g | |
| Fat | 51.4 g | High fat — limit |
| Calcium | 49 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 335 mg | |
| Ca : P ratio | 0.1 : 1 | Inverted — phosphorus-heavy, limit for males |
| Vitamin C | 0.0 mg | Not required — camelids make their own |
Source: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy — “Peanut butter, smooth style, without salt” (FDC ID 172470).
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 peanut butter?
No — don't feed peanut butter to alpacas. Sticky (choke risk), salty and fatty.
How much peanut butter can I give my alpaca?
None — choose a safe alternative such as carrot sticks, cucumber or green beans.
How much sugar is in peanut butter?
About 10.5 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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