The ribcage is light and racy. The loin is not short but shows a rise and dry muscular development, somewhat waisted in appearance, further signifying speed and agility. The croup is broad and long, angled to suit diverse terrain, flatter for open country, and steeper for mountainous country. The length of the pelvis will give rise to deep thighs which are of corresponding length to forequarters. There is great length from hip to hock, and moderately turned stifle which is well let down, as is the hock.
Second thigh is long to balance with upper thigh.
There is enough length of rear pastern to act both as a spring for jumping and as an efficient lever for speed and endurance. The entire hindquarter is sound and powerfully muscled. Medium sized, oval and thickly padded. There is a protection of hair between the pads. Feet may turn slightly outwards.