Ribs are well sprung but not barrel-shaped. The brisket reaches to the elbows in mature animals. Tuck-up is moderate with a clearly defined waist at the flank. The body is extremely flexible, well-muscled and hard. The hocks are well let down and parallel to each other when viewed from the rear.
Thighs are muscular and the stifle moderately angulated.
Because of the high percentage of unilateral cryptorchids in the still small NGSD population, unilateral cryptorchidism is acceptable but not preferred. The tail must reach at least to the hock. It is strong at the base and set on as a continuation of the topline. There must be a thick brush on the underside that is either white or very light tan in color. A white tip is desired.