All my dogs shake during baths - that's just normal. I don't think brushing is pleasant feeling when there are tangles - I know it's not pleasant feeling when I brush out tangles out of my own hair. So, it's not surprising that dogs don't generally *love* being brushed. Pain is pain, end of story.
The more often you're able to brush, though, the more pleasant of an experience it will be for her, since it will hurt less.
What brushes, specifically, are you using...? If using a slicker brush....I'd stop. I think those are the worst brushes unless there truly is a double coat. They're painful.
I'd get a "tangle teaser" from Amazon or ebay - cheap, and work amazingly well...and are gentle. Use a mustache metal comb for any mats when needed.
AND, be aware of your *own* energy while brushing her....are you tense, nervous, irritated, frustrated....? If so, it will translate into the entire experience.
I bathe mine about every 2 weeks. I have to brush Marcel every other day to keep his coat decent - it's SO tangly, no matter what.
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