The forequarters have flat, somewhat sloping shoulders and high withers. Forelegs are straight and parallel when viewed from all sides. They have strong pasterns and good bone. They are separated by a fairly deep brisket which precludes a pinched front. The elbows are close, and the ribs spread gradually from the first rib so to allow space for the elbows to move close to the body.
Ribs are well sprung and deep, extending well back to a short loin.
The underbody does not present a tucked up appearance at the flank. The over-all length from the chest to stern bone appears to equal the height at the withers. Sway or roach back. There is sufficient angulation so that, in stance, the hocks extend beyond the tail. The hindquarters never appear overbuilt or higher than the shoulders.