The Slot Machine Effect: The Neuroscience of Dog Treat Variation and Peak Motivation
The Slot Machine Effect: The Neuroscience of Dog Treat Variation and Peak Motivation Key Takeaway for Dog Owners & Trainers: Predictable rewards cause dopamine flatlines in canines. Switching from a fixed, single-treat reward system to a Variable Ratio Schedule using varied portion sizes and novel single-ingredient treats (such as chicken hearts, duck heads, and whole…