u/MolassesPerfect1259

Hi everyone,

I have a wonderful little 5 months old puppy who is scheduled for his first grooming appointment this week.
Because temperatures are expected to increase where I reside (>30 degrees celsius), I have asked to keep my puppy's hair quite short so that he is comfortable.

The groomer told me that maltese hair shouldn't be cut before they reach 12 months of age as it can damage the hair's ability to regulate body temperature, so they would only cut around the eyes, paws, booty etc.
I have literally never heard this, and I am a second-time maltese owner!

Is there any truth to it?

Thanks :)