Jason Tartick and Kathryn Hurley Spark Romance After Dog Adoption
Jason Tartick, known for his appearance on *The Bachelorette*, is reportedly dating Kathryn Hurley, the founder and executive director of Wags & Walks Nashville, a nonprofit dog rescue organization. The pair met earlier this year when Tartick adopted a dog named Teddy from Hurley’s organization, which she established in 2019.
Their relationship appears to have blossomed from their shared love for animals. Tartick, 37, shared a heartfelt message on Instagram in March, expressing gratitude to Wags & Walks for helping him find Teddy. He captioned a video of himself with the golden retriever mix, saying, “Not sure who rescued who, but we got each other! Thank you @wagsandwalksnashville.” Hurley, 33, responded to the adoption by highlighting the importance of matching rescue dogs with loving homes. She stated, “We are thrilled to have helped Jason find his forever pup! At Wags & Walks, we believe every rescue dog has a perfect match…”
As the couple’s connection deepens, they were recently spotted together at the opening of Craig’s in Nashville on November 12, 2024. The sighting has sparked interest in their budding romance, although the timeline of when they began dating remains unclear.
Hurley recently finalized her divorce from musician Rajiv Dhall, with whom she was married for nearly five years before their amicable split in April 2024. Tartick’s previous relationships include a notable engagement to Kaitlyn Bristowe from 2021 to 2023 and a brief romance with social media influencer Kat Stickler earlier in 2024.
In a July interview, Tartick discussed the impact of adopting Teddy on his life, especially regarding his dating preferences. He emphasized the importance of his future partner being a dog lover, stating, “I think my next girlfriend’s gotta love dogs… that’s so important.” He described his first encounter with Teddy as love at first sight, revealing that the dog had a challenging past before being rescued.
Tartick reflected on Teddy’s journey, explaining that the dog was at risk of euthanasia after being in an overcrowded shelter. “He had been there since November in an outdoor shelter through the winter,” Tartick noted. “Wags & Walks had rescued him from the shelter the day before I went to volunteer. When I saw him … I was like, ‘That’s my boy right there.’”
As the couple continues to navigate their new relationship, both Tartick and Hurley remain advocates for animal rescue, highlighting the profound impact these efforts can have on both humans and their furry companions.
Us Weekly has reached out to both Tartick’s and Hurley’s representatives for comment regarding their relationship. The unfolding story not only showcases a romance born from a shared passion but also emphasizes the vital work done by organizations like Wags & Walks Nashville in giving second chances to rescue dogs.
