Definition: The physical structure of a horse's or pony's body. Good conformation means that the horse has a desirable physical build. Bad conformation means a horse has a physical sturcture that may predispose him to injury, or be uncomfortable to ride.
Definition of Conformation
By Katherine Blocksdorf, About.com
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