Our Story

ProudDODO.com finds its roots in the friendship between Josh and Tyler, whose families were traveling together on vacation. While waiting at the airport, a man approached us and unexpectedly declared, "You're a DODO."

Taken aback by the remark, Josh couldn't help but ask, "Excuse me?" The man, undeterred, pointed directly at them and reiterated, "You two are DODOs, but don't worry, I am a DODO too! I have been for over 20 years!" His gaze shifted towards the four young girls nearby and then back to Josh and Tyler.

"You're a DODO - Dad Of Daughters Only,"

Initially, like many fathers, Josh and Tyler had quietly wished for sons as their firstborns. However, life had different plans for them, and as each of their families welcomed their third daughter, they came to realize the profound significance and immense responsibility fathers have in their daughters' lives. From protection and provision, to setting an example of how a woman should be treated through their interactions with their own wives, and ultimately, becoming their daughters' first love, they discovered that being a dad of daughters held a noble calling.

Since that chance encounter, the idea of being a DODO has deeply resonated with Josh and Tyler. In response, they founded Proud DODO, a platform designed to break the stigma associated with being a "girl-dad" and embrace the unique responsibilities that come with being part of an exclusive club.

Proud DODOs are men who cherish their roles as fathers to only daughters and understand the immense privilege and celebrate the special bond they share with their girls.