Who is Kathryn Hurley? Bachelorette Alum Jason Tartick Confirms Romance with Girlfriend with birthday tribute

Kathryn Hurley and Jason Tartick (Image via Instagram/jason_tartick)
Kathryn Hurley and Jason Tartick (Image via Instagram/jason_tartick)

Bachelorette alum Jason Tartick has made his relationship with girlfriend Kathryn Hurley Instagram official.

He shared an Instagram tribute on December 12, celebrating Hurley’s 34th birthday with photos of them together. The caption read:

“From the dogs you save every day to the people whose lives you change, you make everything around you more beautiful. Happy Birthday Kathryn!”

The post featured several pictures of the couple from different locations, showing them holding each other close and sharing romantic moments. According to her Instagram bio, Hurley is the founder and executive director of Wags & Walks Nashville. It is a nonprofit dog rescue organization that focuses on saving neglected, misplaced and medically needed dogs, including pit bulls, mother dogs and puppies.

Hurley and Tartick started dating after he adopted his dog from her nonprofit rescue center earlier this year, in March. Tartick was previously engaged to fellow Bachelor Nation star Kaitlyn Bristowe. Hurley was married to musician Rajiv Dhall.

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All about Jason Tartick’s new partner Kathryn Hurley and their relationship

Kathryn Hurley shares her boyfriend, Jason Tartick's, passion for animals, enjoys hiking with her four dogs, and loves football.

She grew up in a household which loved and adored dogs. They always had three pups. After visiting her first animal shelter in high school, she decided to work on a mission to rescue dogs.

She interned and landed her first job in Michigan. She later moved to LA, where she was introduced to Wags & Walks. After devoting four years towards the organization, Kathryn Hurley moved to Nashville in 2019. She founded her organization, Wags & Walks Nashville shortly after that.

Jason Tartick recently displayed his profound love for his girlfriend, Kathryn Hurley, when he posted a carousel on Instagram on her 34th birthday. Reacting to his post, Hurley confirmed their romance and wrote:

“I love you the most!”

They sparked romance rumors in November 2025 when an exclusive report in US Weekly stated their first public appearance together at the opening of Craig’s in Nashville. A photo which was shared by hospitality guru Dante Deiana on X showed them getting cozy at the restaurant.

The former reality TV star spoke to the outlet in July. Sharing about his dog Teddy, whom he adopted from Wags & Walks Nashville, he said:

“I think my next girlfriend’s gotta love dogs. [She] has to be a fan of Teddy and the idea of rescuing. That’s so important.”

He then added:

“Some of the things for me that are nonnegotiable are support, loyalty, honesty through words and actions, consistency with care and respect, and also someone that just wants to just enjoy every aspect of life.”

After he adopted a Golden Retriever, Hurley spoke to People magazine, where she said:

“We are thrilled to have helped Jason find his forever pup! At Wags & Walks, we believe every rescue dog has a perfect match, and seeing them find that connection makes our work so rewarding. Jason’s decision to adopt not only changes his dog’s life forever but also helps raise awareness about the importance of giving rescue dogs a second chance.”

Before beginning her relationship with Tartrick, Kathryn Hurley was married to Rajiv Dhall for five years. The duo reportedly split in April. They finalized their divorce a few months later.

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Edited by Aastha Dass