Do Maltese shed?

No, Maltese do not shed. While they don't shed in the traditional sense, their hair can break and become trapped in their coat, which may require regular grooming to prevent matting and maintain their silky appearance. 

Maltese are one of the few breeds that boast a hair-type coat instead of a fur-type coat. Their hair-like fur is one of the main reasons Maltese shed so little. Hair has a longer growth cycle than fur, so it takes longer to grow, die, and eventually fall out. Maltese have a single coat so they do not experience heavier seasonal shedding.