Withers

The ridge where the neck meets the back; height is measured here.

What is it?

The withers form a fixed reference point: a horse s height is measured here. Well-defined withers keep the saddle in place, while flat withers let the saddle slip more easily.

Where is it?: Trunk

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Sources: Merck Veterinary Manual · Wikipedia · The Open Sanctuary Project.