does, the withers are used as the measuring point for the height of a horse. Horses are sometimes measured in hands – one hand is . Horse heights are extremely variable, from small pony breeds to large draft breeds. The height at the withers of an average thoroughbred is 163 cm, and ponies are up to 147 cm.

Conformational issues

The withers of the horse are considered in evaluating conformation. Generally, a horse

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