Abstract: Compositions for treating animals and surfaces infested with ectoparasites are provided for. The compositions comprise providing a solution consisting essentially of water and sea salt. The solution preferably includes a dissolved skin conditioner, preferably a natural skin conditioner, such as oat grains. The solution is applied to any animal, by dipping, spraying or in an aqueous-based carrier such as a shampoo, in an amount and for a period of time sufficient to deinfest the animal. The composition can be applied in dry form to carpets or lawns where animals lie to prevent infestation or reinfestation of the animal.

Abstract: Methods for treating animals infested with ectoparasites are provided for. The methods comprise providing a solution consisting essentially of water and sea salt. The solution preferably includes a dissolved skin conditioner, preferably a natural skin conditioner, such as oat grains. The solution is applied to any animal, by dipping, spraying or in an aqueous-based carrier such as a shampoo, in an amount and for a period of time sufficient to deinfest the animal.

Abstract: An electrolytic battery which has become inoperative due to corrosion shorting the plates of the battery is inverted to remove all of the battery acid. The battery is then disposed over an apparatus comprising a plurality of jets which dispense a cleaning solution into the individual battery cells for a predetermined period of time. After the cleaning solution has been forced into the cells, the battery is drained and drying air is automatically forced into the cells to dry them. The battery is then returned to its upright position and the cells are filled with fresh acid.