By the careful selection and breeding through the stud farms and the preservation efforts of the farmers' ponies on the moor, the number of Dartmoors have a chance of raising to that of other popular pony breeds. Piebald and skewbald are not allowed. Excessive white markings are discouraged. It should be well set on a good neck of medium length. The throat and jaws should be fine and showing no signs of coarseness or throatiness.
Stallions have a moderate crest.
Good shoulders are most important. They should be well laid back and sloping but not too fine at the withers. Of medium length and strong, well-ribbed up and with a good depth of girth giving plenty of heart room. Strong and well covered with muscle. The hindquarters should be of medium length and neither level nor steeply sloping.