How often do Maltese need to be groomed?
If you are trying to keep your Maltese in a full coat (long), then daily brushing is an absolute must. If you are keeping your dog in a Poodle disguise, such as I do, then the maintenance is a bit less with daily face cleaning and a quick brush through of the pants (legs), ears, and tail. A puppy cut will require a bit more maintenance than a poodle disguise due to the body hair being longer. A weekly bath will keep your Maltese smelling fresh and clean no matter what length of hair he has.