There's no federal law that prohibits carry of a firearm in a commercial motor vehicle. Some states may prohibit it and carriers may prohibit it, but there's no federal law against it.(Just found out its against federal laws to carry a firearm in a commercial vehicle...)
I was at a Clint Smith/Thunder Ranch school back in the 90s (when TR was still in Texas) and heard Clint say something to the effect of:That dedication to being prepared as possible comes with a lot of discomfort, aches and so forth...but I no longer consider anything else an option.
Same.Always have one on or within reach. Or both.
Big pink bunny slippers, and tidy whities...Did you notify the police when you dispatched the dog? I'll bet that was awkward being without pants!