Jason Tartick and Kathryn Hurley’s love story began with a golden retriever named Teddy, proving that sometimes, the best relationships start with a rescue. From a puppy meet-cute to red carpet debuts, their romance is a testament to second chances—both for dogs and for love.
Jason Tartick and Kathryn Hurley are proof that love can find you in the most unexpected places—like a dog rescue. Their relationship, which began in 2025, is a heartwarming tale of second chances, shared passions, and a golden retriever named Teddy who brought them together.
Tartick, a fan favorite from The Bachelorette, had long been vocal about his love for dogs. After adopting Teddy from Wags & Walks Nashville—a rescue organization founded by Hurley—he joked that his dream girl would have to love dogs as much as he did. Little did he know, his dream girl was already running the very rescue where he found his new best friend.
The Puppy Meet-Cute That Started It All
In March 2025, Tartick welcomed Teddy into his life, documenting the adoption on Instagram with a heartfelt post: “Not sure who rescued who, but we got each other!” At the time, Hurley, the executive director of Wags & Walks Nashville, shared her excitement about the adoption, telling People that the organization was “thrilled to have helped Jason find his forever pup.”
While it’s unclear if the two crossed paths during the adoption process, their shared passion for animal rescue set the stage for their future romance. By July 2025, Tartick was already hinting at what he wanted in a partner: “[She’s] gotta love dogs. That’s so important,” he told Us Weekly.
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From Nashville to New York: A Love Story Unfolds
By November 2025, the pair were spotted getting cozy at the opening of Craig’s restaurant in Nashville, confirming what fans had already suspected: Tartick and Hurley were officially a couple. Their relationship moved quickly, with Tartick making it Instagram official just a month later on Hurley’s birthday.
“From the dogs you save every day to the people whose lives you change, you make everything around you more beautiful. Happy Birthday Kathryn!” he captioned a series of photos, marking their first public declaration of love.
The couple’s bond only grew stronger as they rang in 2026 together, sharing sweet social media posts and making their red carpet debut at Netflix’s The Rip premiere in January. Their romance has been a whirlwind of road trips, football games, and public displays of affection—all rooted in their shared love for rescue animals.
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Why This Relationship Matters
Tartick and Hurley’s love story is more than just another Bachelor Nation romance—it’s a reminder of how shared passions can lead to unexpected connections. Their relationship highlights the power of rescue organizations like Wags & Walks Nashville, which not only save animals but also bring people together.
For Tartick, who had previously been engaged to Kaitlyn Bristowe, this relationship represents a new chapter. For Hurley, it’s a fresh start after her divorce from musician Rajiv Dhall. Together, they’ve shown that love can bloom in the most unexpected places—even in the middle of a dog rescue.
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As their relationship continues to flourish, fans can’t help but root for this duo. After all, their love story is proof that sometimes, the best things in life—whether it’s a rescue dog or a second chance at love—are worth waiting for.
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