Ivy 3 Upper Trunk: Fit, Care, and Replacement Tips
By Modern Cat Furniture, Luxury Cat Tree, Luxury Cat Beds - Mau | Published: 2026-11-05
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Keep your Ivy 3 upper trunk perch clean, secure, and comfortable. Follow a simple care routine and know when to swap the perch or pom-pom toy.
Quick answer
Clean the Ivy 3 upper trunk perch weekly with a damp cloth or brush vacuum, check the mounting screw monthly, and replace the perch or pom-pom toy when wear or looseness appears. The perch swaps in about two minutes with no tools beyond your hands.
Why the upper trunk perch needs its own routine
The Ivy 3 upper trunk is a round bolstered perch with raised sides, so hair and dust collect in the seam between the cushion and the rim. A quick weekly wipe prevents buildup that can make the surface less inviting.
Because this perch sits high on the tree, it takes more jumping traffic than lower platforms. Check the screw connection monthly, especially if your cat launches onto the rim rather than the center.
When cleaning is not enough
The catalog lists the perch as suitable for cats under 15 lbs and gives a total diameter of about 16 inches with an inner diameter of about 11 inches. If your cat consistently spills over the raised sides or the cushion stays flattened after cleaning, a replacement perch restores the shape faster than repeated spot cleaning.
The Ivy 3 upper trunk is sold as a single perch with a pom-pom ball toy, not a full cat tree. Confirm you are replacing the upper trunk piece and not the lower trunk or another Ivy model before ordering.
Step-by-step Ivy 3 upper trunk care
- Remove loose hair and debris: Vacuum the perch with a brush attachment or wipe it with a damp cloth, working around the raised sides and the inner seam. Common mistake: scrubbing only the center cushion and leaving hair trapped against the rim. Do this weekly before deeper cleaning.
- Spot-clean stains: Treat marks with a dry cloth first, then a damp cloth if needed, and let the perch air-dry fully. Checkpoint: avoid soaking the cushion, because trapped moisture can leave a damp smell.
- Check the mounting screw: Grip the perch and gently twist to confirm it is snug against the trunk. If it rocks, unscrew it, clear any debris from the threads, and screw it back on. Common mistake: overtightening and stripping the connection. Repeat this check monthly.
- Inspect the pom-pom toy: Look for loose threads, a detached pom-pom, or a frayed cord, and remove the toy if any appear. Checkpoint: the toy is a small part, so replace it rather than repairing it.
- Replace the perch when wear shows: Unscrew the old perch and screw on the new Ivy 3 upper trunk perch, then test it with a gentle pull. Common mistake: ordering a lower trunk or a different Ivy model perch instead of the upper trunk piece. Confirm the model name on the product page before ordering.
Product facts
- Ivy 3 ( Upper Trunk ): Round bolstered perch with raised sides, about 16 inches total diameter and about 11 inches inner diameter, for cats under 15 lbs. The raised rim contains hair and crumbs, so wipe along the inner seam, not just the flat center.
Ivy 3 ( Upper Trunk ) - Ivy 3 ( Upper Trunk ): Includes one bolstered perch and one pom-pom ball toy; assembly is a two-minute screw-on installation. You can replace the perch without disassembling the tree, and the toy gives you a visual cue to refresh the setup.
