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Updated on September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Female | spayed | 70 lbs
My dog got into a peanut butter jar. It contains peanuts, palm oil, salt and cane sugar. Will she be okay ?
3 Answers

Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS
Veterinarian
Published on October 15th, 2020
Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM
Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident
Published on August 3rd, 2018
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This may result in gastrointestinal upset or pancreatitis though they may be just fine without any clinical symptoms. I highly recommend that you continue to monitor them closely for any signs consistent with gastrointestinal upset such as vomiting, inappetence and/or diarrhea and have them evaluated by a veterinarian if these are observed. Good luck and have a great day!
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Answered By Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA
Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist
Published on May 23rd, 2018
It is possible that butter could cause pancreatitis, but that small amount is unlikely to cause a problem. However,’if she has a history of pancreas problems then I would be more concerned. If this is the case then she should be seen by your veterinarian immediately to discuss inducing vomiting. However, with a low risk ingestion I usually don’t induce vomiting as aspiration can be a risk of vomiting and may pose more risk than the butter. Best of luck and thank you for using Pet Coach.
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