Comfort starts with the feet, reducing lameness, licking and chewing. Topical products are available to soften crusting areas. It is also possible to make your own salve. A simple organic recipe is 1/8 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup coconut oil, 1/4 cup shea butter and 1/4 bees wax. Place in a wide mouth jar. Bring water to a light boil, melt the ingredient. About 5 minutes. Pour into smaller containers to cool for a few hours. Apply as needed to the affected pads.