Yeah man get yourself a comfortable holster and bring it along. Besides, any predator hunter should have a sidearm when calling. You never know if a mtn lion or bear could come. If a dog gets into your effective range pull out that python! Or maybe you have 1 stand where you would use a shotgun its probably also good with a handgun.
My g-20 is going to blow a hole in the next dog that gets within 50 yard.
Sounds like your old man had some fun out there! Sounds like alot of game for you this year. Must of got your share of rain too. Haven't seen so many animals in years.