The Pleco Feeder

The Pleco Feeder - History

by Doug Patac, inventor/founder

"The Pleco Feeder was born out of a need to have an easier way to feed my plecos. I was tired of tying a piece of zucchini to a rock then getting my arm wet and covered with duck weed when I placed it in the tank and again when I had to take it out. I started thinking there must be an easier way.

Early Prototypes

"After several iterations and many design tweaks, The Pleco Feeder was born in 2011. It is made from 316 Stainless Steel and food grade silicone rubber and will provide a lifetime of service. It makes feeding your plecos and other aquarium fish a varied healthy diet quick and easy. Just screw a piece of fresh shrimp, zucchini or any vegetable and place it in your tank. A healthy fish is a happy fish.

"Your plecos and other fish will eat this new fresh food and soon learn when you place The Pleco Feeder in the tank that they will get a tasty treat. It is possible your fish will not eat the food you have supplied to them off The Pleco Feeder. This happens when the fish have not been exposed to the food you are offering them.

"I had a group of adult Farlowella that I recently purchased. They are vegetarians so I offered them romaine lettuce, no luck. I tried zucchini, three times, not interested. This was frustrating because they were eating the catfish pellets I offered them. So I cut a piece of zucchini and impregnated it with the catfish pellets they were eating. That did it! The Farolowellas went to eat the pellets off the zucchini and had some zucchini in the process. Now I am able to place the zucchini in the tank and the fish recognize it as a tasty food.

"Start giving your fish a healthier diet today. The Pleco Feeder makes feeding them nutritious food quick and easy."

~Doug

US Patent #9192149

A New Chapter

In 2023, after more than 10 years of keeping plecos around the world healthy and happy, Doug decided it was time to step away from The Pleco Feeder. The business is now owned and operated by The Writer's Glove, LLC, a company in Minnesota.

Customers can look forward to the same superb quality and excellent service that made The Pleco Feeder so beloved.

Pleco Feeder Shipping Policy:

Orders are shipped using the United States Postal Service. You may select your preferred shipping rate at checkout. Customs/duties/fees for customers outside the United States are not included in the shipping price, and may need to be paid before the order is shipped.

We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.

To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.

To start a return, submit a request through the form here. https://theplecofeeder.com/pages/contact

Damages and issues
Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.

Exceptions / non-returnable items
Certain types of items cannot be returned, like perishable goods (such as food, flowers, or plants), custom products (such as special orders or personalized items), and personal care goods (such as beauty products). We also do not accept returns for hazardous materials, flammable liquids, or gases. Please get in touch if you have questions or concerns about your specific item.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on sale items or gift cards.

Exchanges
The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item.

European Union 14 day cooling off period
Notwithstanding the above, if the merchandise is being shipped into the European Union, you have the right to cancel or return your order within 14 days, for any reason and without a justification. As above, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.

Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method within 10 business days. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.

If more than 15 business days have passed since we’ve approved your return, please contact us here. https://theplecofeeder.com/pages/contact