Maltese Grooming Guide — Coat Care, Costs & Schedule

Coat type: Long, straight, silky single coat. Pure white

Shedding level: Minimal (single coat, continuous growth)

The Maltese is a staple of Miami condo living -- especially popular in Hialeah, Coral Gables, and Aventura. Their pure white coat shows every stain and requires the most frequent professional maintenance of any small breed. Tear stain removal is not an add-on but a necessity at every session. The silky coat tangles aggressively in Miami humidity; many owners keep their Maltese in a practical 1-inch puppy cut. Sunscreen application on exposed pink skin (nose, ears) should be recommended for owners who walk their Maltese during peak UV hours. Dental care is critical -- toy breeds lose teeth early without regular brushing.

In Miami's subtropical climate — where humidity regularly exceeds 70% and temperatures stay above 70°F year-round — grooming frequency is typically higher than national averages. The combination of heat and moisture accelerates matting in longer coats, promotes bacterial and fungal growth in thick or double coats, and causes increased sebum production that makes coats oily faster.

A professional Maltese grooming appointment with Miami Mobile Grooming includes:

• Bath with breed-appropriate shampoo and conditioner
• High-velocity blow-dry to remove loose coat and fully dry the fur
• Breed-specific haircut or trim (popular styles: puppy cut, teddy bear cut, show coat (floor-length))
• Nail trim and filing
• Ear cleaning and drying
• Teeth brushing with enzymatic paste

Appointment duration: typically 60-75 minutes. Coat condition on arrival affects total time — heavily matted coats take longer and may incur a de-matting surcharge.

Service links: Full Grooming | Bath & Brush | De-Shedding

Popular grooming styles for Malteses: puppy cut, teddy bear cut, show coat (floor-length), short summer cut, top knot.

For Miami's year-round heat, most owners opt for shorter, more practical cuts — typically the puppy cut or sporting clip — which keep the coat at a manageable length that dries faster and stays cooler. Longer show-style cuts require more frequent brushing to prevent matting in humid conditions.

View before & after transformations for Malteses to see popular cuts in practice.

Mobile grooming for a Maltese in Miami starts at $68 and runs up to $97 for a full groom depending on coat condition, size variation within the breed, and any add-ons. Prices reflect 2026 South Florida market rates.

Prices vary by coat condition and size. De-matting surcharge applies if coat requires dematting before cutting. Contact us for exact pricing for your Maltese.

Recommended grooming frequency for Malteses: every 4 weeks.

In Miami, that schedule typically needs to be maintained consistently — skipping even one appointment can lead to matting or excessive coat growth that requires additional de-matting time at the next visit. During Miami's hottest months (June-September), some owners schedule more frequently to keep coats shorter and more comfortable. Post-beach or post-canal-swim baths should be booked promptly to remove salt and bacteria from the coat.

Grooming issues our team commonly encounters with Malteses in Miami:

• severe tear staining on white coat
• sunburn on pink skin visible through thin coat
• dental disease
• matting of silky coat when exposed to humidity
• eye irritation from facial hair

In Miami's humid climate, ear infections and skin conditions are especially prevalent for Malteses. Regular ear cleaning at every grooming appointment is strongly recommended. Between appointments, brush your Maltese at home 3-4 times per week to prevent matting and catch skin issues early.

See related guides: Dog Skin Care in Miami Humidity | How Often to Groom Your Dog

See what professional mobile grooming looks like for a Maltese — before and after a full groom, de-mat, and maintenance trim. View the complete Maltese before & after gallery for all three transformation scenarios.

Call (786) 396-8593 or use the form below. Mention your Maltese's size and coat condition at booking.