The pasterns are short, powerful, straight, and flexible. When viewed in profile, the pasterns are nearly erect. The ribs extend well back and are well sprung from the spine, then flattening to form a deep body extending to the elbows. The back is short and level, blending into a short, powerful loin with a slight tuckup. The croup is nearly flat.
Chest is deep but only moderately wide.
The hindquarters are strong and muscular. The bone, angulation, and musculature of the hindquarters are in balance with the forequarters. The stifles are well bent, and the hocks are well let down. When the dog is standing, the short, strong rear pasterns are perpendicular to the ground and, viewed from the rear, parallel to one another. The feet are fairly round, moderately small, well arched, and tight.