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Colonel

Gender  Male
Type  Single Name
Species  DogCat

Meaning

Army, Air Force or Marine officer ranked above Lieutenant but below Brigadier.

Related Names

Cole, Coronel.

Famous Usage

Colonel Sanders - founder of Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC).

Screen Details

Colonel Brandon from Jane Austen's 'Sense and Sensibility'. Colonel Potter from TV series 'M*A*S*H'. Colonel Rhodes (War Machine) from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Colonel Mustard from the board game 'Clue'.

Personality Plus

Dignified, commanding, and distinguished - perfect for a pet with a noble bearing and natural leadership qualities. Often suits pets who carry themselves with an air of authority but maintain a gentle demeanor.

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