Best Clipper Blades for
Maltese Grooming
The Maltese has a stunning floor-length silky white single coat when fully grown out. Like Poodles, the coat grows continuously and does not shed, but it mats easily and requires daily brushing or regular clipping. Most pet Maltese are kept in a practical short clip.
Recommended Blade Sizes for Maltese
All blades below use the universal A5 snap-on system, compatible with Andis, Oster, Wahl KM series, and most professional pet clippers. Manufactured with MIM powder metallurgy (HRC 60-62) for superior edge retention.
| Blade Size | Cut Length | Use On Maltese | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| #5F | 6.3mm | Body (standard pet clip) | View & Quote |
| #4F | 9.5mm | Body (longer "show puppy" look) | View & Quote |
| #7F | 3.2mm | Body (short summer clip, belly) | View & Quote |
| #10 | 1.5mm | Sanitary, paw pads | View & Quote |
| #30 | 0.5mm | Paw pad cleanup (very close) | View & Quote |
See our complete blade size chart for all A5 sizes or our compatibility guide to confirm which blades fit your clipper.
Maltese Grooming Tips
The white Maltese coat shows every imperfection — use finish-cut (F) blades and work slowly for the smoothest result.
Tear staining around the eyes is common. Trim carefully with rounded-tip scissors, not a blade, around the eye area.
The silky coat is delicate — use sharp blades to prevent pulling. Dull blades snag fine Maltese hair.
A #5F body clip with a scissored round "baby face" is the most popular Maltese pet style.
For the white coat, use blade coolant spray frequently — heat marks show more on light-colored coats.
Ceramic Blades — Cooler, Longer-Lasting
Our zirconia ceramic blades stay 75% cooler than steel — ideal for sensitive Maltese skin. Same A5 snap-on fit, 5× longer edge life.Compare ceramic vs steel →
Grooming Business? Get Bulk Blade Pricing
Professional groomers working with Malteses and other breeds — get factory-direct A5 blades in all sizes. Free samples available. MOQ 500 pieces.