When a starving Cane Corso stumbled onto a stranger’s doorstep in the middle of the night, it wasn’t just a cry for help—it was his last hope. The dog, later named Bane, was skin and bone, covered in wounds, and barely able to stand. But in that moment, fate intervened. The house he chose belonged to Hunter, a woman whose compassion would turn his story of neglect into one of survival. What happened next, captured on TikTok, left thousands in tears as Bane began to rediscover food, warmth, and love for the first time in years.
Hunter shared the heartbreaking story of Bane on her TikTok (@hunterhowells2), an emaciated Cane Corso who appeared at her home “looking for anyone and anything to help.” The large black dog was trying to get into her garage when she found him, weighing only 85 pounds—far below the healthy range for his breed, which typically exceeds 100 pounds.
Rescue and Immediate Care
Hunter and her family didn’t hesitate. They bathed Bane to remove fleas and ticks, cleaned the cuts and wounds across his body, and began nursing him back with food, water, and comfort. She later posted that he was “getting the nourishment he needs as well as plenty of love and care.”
Viral Reaction
Hunter’s TikTok documenting Bane’s condition and recovery, posted on October 11, went viral with over 232,000 views and 33,000 likes. The clip sparked an outpouring of support and disbelief. One viewer commented, “That poor baby was so thin. Glad he found help.” Another wrote, “Once he is back to normal, he will be an amazing dog.”
The Road to Recovery
As updates continued, Bane began to gain weight, his coat grew healthier, and his confidence returned. The video shows him relaxing, playing, and accepting affection for what appeared to be the first time in a long while. Hunter shared that he will “forever be safe now,” confirming that Bane has found a permanent home with her family.
A Reminder of Compassion
In one caption, Hunter wrote, “He picked the right home to come to because no animal should be left to die like this. What a cruel world we live in.”
Her words captured what many viewers felt: heartbreak at human neglect, but hope in the kindness that can still be found. Thanks to one open door and an act of compassion, Bane’s story turned from survival to safety—and his future now holds the comfort and care every dog deserves.
Andrew Alpin from India is the Brand Manager of Doggo digest. Andrew is an experienced content specialist and social media manager with a passion for writing. His forte includes health and wellness, Travel, Animals, and Nature. A nature nomad, Andrew is obsessed with mountains and loves high-altitude trekking. He has been on several Himalayan treks in India including the Everest Base Camp in Nepal.
