OK...I have to get off this thread...but feel I must say something before I do unsubscribe and hopefully not see any of this again.
PLEASE everyone stop and think about what you are saying. Most animals when they are strays are afraid of humans and, yes, they can get aggressive. Remember that their teeth and claws are all they have to protect themselves. It is not THEIR fault they are strays...humans have failed them. Do the kindest thing you can and call animal control or a rescue. Beating them and/or killing them is NOT the answer. I feel sick right now.