My boss has a maltese, Snuggles. His hair has never been clipped, it reaches the floor. He's a gorgeous dog after she gets him all brushed out and bathed. She's crazy about maltese dogs. I'll try to dig up a photo of Snuggles sometime.

I don't think I would get one, I have nothing against them, I think they are cute and many of them are quite cuddly and sweet. They just aren't the breed of dog for me (as everyone knows I'm obsessed with huskies.)