I submitted a local animal shelter, and it was rejected almost immediately. I struggled to find the correct “tag” for the type of waypoint, so I was wondering what I should use if I resubmit the nomination, unless animal shelters are generally not allowed? Thanks much!
They are not on any “ineligible” list, but I fail to see how they meet any criteria:
Must meet at least one of the three eligibility criteria
- A great place for exploration
- A great place for exercise
- A great place to be social with others
The categories chosen do not affect the nomination, and submissions from Ingress don’t even include one. And some of those categories are for things that don’t meet eligibility, like elementary schools and fire stations.
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I agree that they typically do not meet the criteria for a place to be social at/exercise at/explore. However, there may be things at the shelter that are eligible, such as a dog park, artwork, etc. I know of some shelters that also have cat cafes, which would be eligible.
Keep in mind that the categories are from a third party, not from Niantic, and there are things we can choose that are ineligible. There are also things that are eligible that aren’t even listed, like softball fields and pickleball courts.
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Thank you for the quick reply. It’s a bit sad that they don’t meet established criteria, but I understand the point.
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Good replies.
Just thought I’d mention… I’d question a “dog park” at an animal shelter, and only pass it if I’m convinced it’s a public place. If it’s only used to exercise sheltered animals, it is not a place to explore or socialize. And exercising dogs wouldn’t count - the exercise criteria means humans.
Along those lines… Same goes for the exercise yard at a veterinarian, for boarded pets or those recovering surgery. Not a place to explore or be social.
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