Self-Validating Numerics for Function Space Problems

A method of controlling and substantially preventing breast blisters and swollen hocks in the raising of poultry in cages is disclosed. A resilient mat unit is placed in the interior of a standard cage such that the poultry are not in direct contact with a hard surface bottom. In addition, the resilient mat member is provided with openings through which body waste, feathers, waste water and feed materials are allowed to pass. Further, the resilient nature of the mat produces a flexing action so that a self-cleansing action occurs with the normal movement of the poultry.