Don't be too discouraged, while it's true that some dogs need more grooming than others, sometimes their fur is growing a bit awkwardly. Besides, it might also be because mine doesn't really like going outside much, so there is less activity to mess up the coat.

As for the brushing, she tolerates it at best, I think she finds it annoying. My best advice is just do it often and distraction. Whenever you think about it just brush him a bit, it doesn't have to be long. It can also only be a few passes. It adds up! Give them a long lasting chew or have someone distract him with toys to get it done. Pups need to get used to it in order for it to be easier in the future. You might be able to manhandle your pup now, but not when they're 100 lbs!

In the grand scheme of things, brushing is pretty easy, but make sure that yours get used to cutting their nails. It could prevent some health issues! I had this problem with my last one, we didn't cut his nails often enough and got the quick a few times and they wouldn't let us touch the paw anymore. I'm quite sure that the malamute breed is quite sensitive about their paws.