Dr. Rainey is originally from Ellaville, Georgia but made his home in South Florida after founding Dixie Animal Hospital (DAH).
- University of Georgia, 1952-1958
- First Lt., U.S. Army Veterinary Corps, 1958-1960
- Internship,Yarborough Animal Hospital, 1960-1961
- Instructor of Small Animal Medicine, Univ. of Ga., 1961-1965
- Founded Dixie Animal Hospital, 1965-Present
Memberships:
- American Animal Hospital Associate
- American Veterinary Medical Association
- Florida Veterinary Medical Association
- South Florida Veterinary Medical Association
- Past Member of State Executive Bd, Past President-Elect & Past President of Florida Veterinary Medical Association
- Lifetime Achievement Award - Florida Veterinary Medical
- AssociationDistinguished Alumnus Award, Univ. of Ga.
Public Service:
- Appointed by Gov. Bob Graham to 2 terms of the Florida Game & Water Fish Commission,1980-1990
- Chairman, Florida Game & Water Fish Commission, 1982, 1984, & 1988
- Director and Founding Member of Baptist’s Hospital Foundation, 1980-1987
- Director, Founding Member & Past President, Florida Wildlife Foundation
- Member, Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce
- Member, Orange Bowl Committee, 1981-present
- Past member, Advisory Council to Orange Bowl Committee
Social & Environmental Groups (past & present):
- Riveria Country Club Audobon Society
- Beach Colony Club Florida League of Anglers
- Miami Bch Rod & Reel Club Florida Conservation Association
- Royal Palm Tennis Club Florida Wildlife Association
- Mahi Shrine Temple Everglades Protection Association