You can use Dove to wash your dog although it shouldn't be used regularly to wash your dog as it can dry the skin and cause skin irritation.
When used occasionally the Dove soap and shampoo is safe for dogs.
I use Dove occasionally to wash my dog with and it has never caused any issues with them.
You can also put baking soda in your dog's bath.
Baking soda can be used to help wash your dog and deodorize the dog, soothe dry skin and more.
You can add the baking soda to your dog's bath water alone or with regular dog shampoo.
You can also mix baking soda with warm water and create a paste and massage it into the dogs fur and skin.
You can also sprinkle some baking soda on your dog's coat and massage it in and let it sit for a few minutes to absorb odors, absorb oil and soften the dogs coat.
You should bathe your dog as often as once or twice a month if the dog doesn't get too dirty.
However if your dog gets dirty then you should bathe them as needed.
But bathing your dog too much can dry out their skin and damage their fur coat.
The bathing frequency of your dog also depends on the dog breed and coat type.
For dogs that have oily coats such as Golden Retriever dogs they may require a bath every couple of weeks.
Dogs that have thick fur coats such as Chow Chows and Siberian Huskies will shed often and regularly and don't require as many baths.
Hairless dog breeds like Xoloitzcuintli and Chinese Crested dogs require baths weekly.
Some dogs may only need a bath once ever month to every 3 months.
The signs that your dog needs a bath are.
The dog has a strong and unpleasant odor.
The dog has been in dirt or mud.
The dog has debris or dirt in their fur coat.
The dog has excessive shedding or matting.
The dog has skin irritation or licking themselves more than they usually do.
If you never do bathe your dog then the dog can be exposed to skin sores, infections, parasites and more.
Bacteria, feces, fungi and dead skin cells can live in the dogs fur.