Ribs well-sprung and extending far back. The line of the back level or only slightly depressed over the shoulders and slightly arched over the loin, with the belly moderately tucked up. Pelvis bone not too short, broad, strong and set obliquely. Thigh bone strong, of good length and jointed to the pelvis at an angle of 90 degrees. Second thighs short, set at right angles to the upper thigh and well muscled.
Hocks well let down, set wide apart, strongly bent.
Seen from behind the legs should be straight, with no tendency for the hocks to turn inwards or outwards. FEET - Broad and large in proportion to the size of the dog, straight or turned only slightly outwards. The hind feet smaller than the fore. Toes close together and with each toe well arched. The dog must stand equally on all parts of the foot.