Joyful Heart
- Lakeland, FL
Meet the breeder
I'm Ramona D., the breeder behind Joyful Heart located in Lakeland, FL. 🌟 Meet the Whole Package in One Fluffy Pup! 🌟 Looking for a best friend who’s just as happy hiking trails as curling up in your lap? This little pup is bright as a whip, full of playful energy, and tuned in to your every mood—making them the ultimate combination of athletic, affectionate, and intuitive. Whether it’s time to run, learn a new trick, or simply snuggle in for movie night, this puppy is ready to be your perfect sidekick. 💡 Smart. Sensitive. Snuggly. Unforgettable. 💕 We offer top-quality puppies that are excellent companions for active families We strive to produce smart and affectionate versatile companions, with a focus on health and temperament. We are an in-home program where our dogs are our family members first and foremost. Every parent is health tested.
Q. & A. with Ramona
Why did you start breeding?
We were drawn to the Lagotto due to their hypoallergenic coats. We have allergies and we truly wanted a dog as part of our family. We soon learned that the Lagotto is a very emotionally intelligent and sensitive dog. Our dogs have brought us so much joy and we wanted to give other families the opportunity to enjoy life with one of these amazing dogs. We are determined to have ethical, responsible policies when it comes to breeding, raising, and placing our puppies.What makes your program special?
We are passionate about the Lagotto Romagnolo breed, and our love for these dogs shines through in every aspect of our breeding program. We spend 24 hours a day taking care of our puppies and making sure they are exposed to many novel people and things. Your puppy will be well adjusted and you won’t have to worry about separation anxiety or aggression in our puppies.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include white and brown. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Finch
Went homeMale
Piper
Went homeFemale
Willow
Went homeFemale
Sparrow
Went homeMale
Pamina (little honey)
Went homeFemale
Chiara (bright or clear)
Went homeFemale
Uberto (brilliant mind)
Went homeMale
Antonio (priceless, beyond praise)
Went homeMale
Enzo (ruler of the household)
Went homeMale
Mirella (admirable)
Went homeFemale
Mateo (gift of God)
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Ramona
Ramona has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
“The price of each puppy includes an unconditional one year money-back guarantee against genetic disorders. We work hard to make sure each puppy has every advantage for a happier healthier and longer life so you get to enjoy more years with your beloved pet. Each puppy will microchipped, socialized, have age-appropriate vaccinations and deworming, first vet check, and come home with pet insurance. There is a high demand for healthy, well-socialized puppies who have a great temperament. There is a waitlist for the puppies, and putting a deposit guarantees that you will get one of the puppies from an expected litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Ramona may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Ramona offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Ramona directly.
What’s included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Ramona.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Lakeland, FL
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Chicago O'Hare Airport
Meet in Atlanta, GA
More about Ramona
Club memberships
Ramona is a member of Lagotto Romagnolo Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Avidog Transformational Puppy Rearing, Puppy Culture Breeder.
Ramona has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Ramona was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Ramona’s links
Ramona is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Joyful Heart meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Litter and program updates
Ramona D.
Program update on 10 Sept. 2025 •Stella (aka Chiara) is home sweet home and ready to explore the 15 acres her mommy & daddy owns 🐾
Ramona D.
Program update on 11 Aug. 2025 •Thank-you all for giving these babies the best possible care and a life full of adventures🌟
Ramona D.
Program update on 04 Aug. 2025 •…🗓️ First Week Focus -positive interactions with people, other animals, lots of praise with exploring new sights, sounds, people and things. Very important to prevent any negative interactions. This means no dog parks! Have puppy play dates with young puppies or gentle, patient adult dogs.8 Build a positive foundation through: • Short, frequent training and handling sessions during awake periods. • Lots of play and cuddles, interspersed with forced nap times—puppies will often act out more when overtired. • Confining your pup to a limited area at home (like a gated-off kitchen or family room) helps reduce accidents and prevents elimination habits around the house. • Positive potty training routines: frequent trips outside, praise when they go in the right spot, and using the crate to reinforce den-like behavior.
Ramona D.
Program update on 03 Aug. 2025 •Bye Mateo❤️ please keep in touch 🐾🐾
Ramona D.
Program update on 03 Aug. 2025 •Chiara and daddy chilling on the couch.
Ramona D.
Program update on 29 July 2025 •This little girl was such a sweetheart. We are going to miss her bunches. I’m so glad she’s got her own family now though 🐾🐾
Ramona D.
Program update on 29 July 2025 •Pamina is in her way to her own family. I hope you have a great flight ✈️
Ramona D.
Program update on 27 July 2025 •Enzo just got his new harness so he can explore the world and learn new things. He is so excited for his new adventures 🐾🐾
Ramona D.
Program update on 24 July 2025 •…Sweet and charming Mateo is growing so fast 💨 curious and playful and always learning. Take this sweetie pie home and explore the world together 🐾🐾❤️
Ramona D.
Program update on 24 July 2025 •…Handsome Antonio (priceless, beyond praise) He is a beautiful brown Roan. He is such a good boy and he can’t wait to show you how fast he can learn tricks. 🐾🐾❤️🌟
Parent dogs
Kaycee, mom
Lagotto Romagnolo
About Kaycee
White and Brown Lagotto Romagnolo. She weighs 28 pounds.
Uploaded health tests
DNA Profile.
Bruno, dad
Lagotto Romagnolo
About Bruno
Bruno is a male Lagotto Romagnolo. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Ramona decided to make him part of their program. Ramona has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Luca, dad
Lagotto Romagnolo
About Luca
Luca is a male Lagotto Romagnolo. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Ramona decided to make him part of their program. Ramona has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Etta, mom
Lagotto Romagnolo
About Etta
Etta is a female Lagotto Romagnolo. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Ramona decided to make her part of their program. Ramona has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Kolbe, dad
Lagotto Romagnolo
About Kolbe
Kolbe is a male Lagotto Romagnolo. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Ramona decided to make him part of their program. Ramona has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Joyful Heart reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Lagotti Romagnoli.
DNA Disease Panel
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Ramona to bring home their puppies.
- M
MALCOLM
Verified owner · July 2025
Ramona is a breeder with a lot of knowledge and experience. Our dog Marco arrived ready to learn and become a part of the family. Marco has a great temperment and loves other dogs and people. Marco is healthy and true to his breed, his curls are legendary. As soon as I had questions about caring for Marco, Ramona was available to answer about which food to eat, shampoo to use, crate and potty training, vet, and grooming questions. Ramona and Joyful Hearts provide top notch service, I highly recommend to anyone looking for a Lagotto.
