Amy Hrin, Ph.D.

Biography

Dr. Amy Hrin is the Vice President of Program Development at American Humane, where she has spent over 17 years creating and managing programs that leverage the human-animal bond to support people in need.

Dr. Hrin has led the design and execution of numerous studies highlighting the impact of the human-animal bond on both people and animals. As Principal Investigator for key research projects, including the Canines and Childhood Cancer Research study and the Pets in the Classroom study, she has advanced knowledge in this field. In 2013, Dr. Hrin and her therapy dog were deployed to Boston by American Humane to provide comfort after the marathon bombings. She also owns and handled Butler, The Weather Channel Therapy Dog, leading missions to support communities affected by natural disasters.

Dr. Hrin has significantly contributed to American Humane’s military support initiatives. She developed programs to reunite retired military working dogs with their former handlers and established the Pups4Patriots program, pairing veterans and first responders with service dogs.

She also launched the Pet Provider Certification program and the Certified Working Animals program, overseeing welfare audits to ensure high standards for pets and animals involved in specialized tasks.

As Vice President of Program Development, Dr. Hrin continues to drive growth, forge partnerships, and expand American Humane’s impact. She holds a Master’s degree from Queens University of Charlotte, a Doctoral degree from the University of Denver, and a Veteran Behavioral Health Certificate from the Department of Defense.