The crossword solution for the term 'IT MIGHT SAY 'WIPE YOUR PAWS'' is MAT, which is a three-letter word. MAT is an abbreviation for 'MATTING, ' which is a type of floor covering that is often placed near doorways to help keep dirt and mud from being tracked into a home. It is common to see mats with the phrase 'Wipe Your Paws' printed on them, as a reminder to visitors to wipe their feet before entering.