Sarah, not sure how old you are, but have you looked into Junior Showmanship? I think the ages range from 10-18, so if you're still in the limit, I hiiiighly recommend it. It is AKC, but, honestly, I feel UKC is generally best for practicing only. Plus, it's a fabulous learning experience and you really learn the ins and outs of handling without worrying about the actual quality of your dog. A beautiful dog with a mediocre handler is going to fail against a fabulous handler and a so-so dog. I think you and Buck would simply excel in Jr's. Might be an option if age isn't an issue.