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I'm so pleased you say she is a little long in the back - I'm new to this conformation critique but had come to the same conclusion myself. For dressage in particular this may cause some problems with engaging the hindquarters; an act necessary for collected gaits. On the other hand, having a...

She is very sweet and kind-natured :) Any thoughts on her back - long / short / close-coupled etc?

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Hi everyone, I'm new to Horse and Hound Forum but was hoping you could comment on my friend's horse in terms of her conformation. She is a Welsh Section D, 15 years old and competes medium level dressage. Apart from being in need of a diet, please feel free to critique as much as necessary...