Cure4DM Patron and Research Advisor
Professor Clare Rusbridge, BVMS PhD DECVN FRCVS
working with us to find treatments for DM and a Cure4DM
We are proud to announce our Patron, Clare Rusbridge,
has been awarded an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours
published (12 June 2026)
Professor Clare Rusbridge said she was “deeply honoured” by the Kings Birthday Honours award. “Improving the neurological health and welfare of companion animals has been my life’s work, whether through clinical care, research, education or advocacy. Pets are central members of our families, and they deserve compassionate, evidence-based care.
"I am very conscious progress in animal welfare and veterinary medicine is always a collective effort. It reflects the dedication of many people working together to improve the lives of animals and their caregivers.
“I am especially grateful to the charities, colleagues, students, clients, owners and most of all the pets that have shared this journey and helped drive progress in improving the lives of affected animals.”
"Although my involvement with Cure4DM has been relatively recent, it has been a privilege to serve as Patron and to support the charity's important work. I would like to thank everyone involved for their commitment, enthusiasm and determination to improve outcomes for dogs affected by degenerative myelopathy.
I look forward to continuing to work with and supporting Cure4DM's mission in the years ahead.
is the UK based Charity for
Canine Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) research funding and support...
But that doesn't mean, we just fund DM research in the UK, we will support research for treatments and ultimately a cure for DM, where ever that research may be in the world.
As part of the former 'Finding the Cure for DM' US based foundation, we funded the initial safety trials for the current 'Rilozole -DM Research' and donated a substantial amount of funds to the AKC-CHF for further DM only research.
We need to develop greater awareness we will support you the guardian, with
up-to-date information and education about this dreadful disease.
One day, like you, we want an end to the heartbreaking disease of
Degenerative Myelopathy.
Help us to help them Now!
'Together we can make a Difference !'
Look through our website to learn more about DM, the latest research and information, how to care for your dog, and our 'Get Involved' pages -
for ideas how you can fundraise
and support us now, so we can support you !
Our Mission
In loving memory of Will
Our Vision
' To find Treatments and a
Cure for
Degenerative Myelopathy '
In loving memory of Bosko
In Loving Memory of Bosco
In Loving Memory of Will
' To Strive for
Education and Awareness
about DM, While supporting
DM Research '
"We can only do this Together...and
Together we will make a Difference !"