Welcome to my slice of the pet world. My name is Mark Nardecchia—commercial photographer, advocate, and founder of Shagly.

My mission is simple: to prove that every animal, regardless of origin, possesses a "Pedigree of Personality."

From the high-altitude air of the Andes to the neon streets of Tokyo, I’ve traveled the globe to capture the souls of shelter pets waiting to be seen. Since I began this journey in 2008, I have reached a career milestone that drives me every day: I have photographed one adoptable pet for every single day I have been alive.

My work is built on the belief that a professional portrait is the bridge between a "Lost" dog and a "Found" family. By applying the same high-end techniques used in my commercial shoots to help market adoptable pets, I’m working to change the way the world views the "un-pedigreed"—one shutter click at a time.